PRIVACY POLICY FOR SENDPRO X12 SHIELD
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
SendPro X12 Shield ("we", "our", or "the extension") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our Chrome extension handles information when you use it with WhatsApp Web.
2. NO DATA COLLECTION
SendPro X12 Shield does NOT collect, store, transmit, process, or share ANY user data whatsoever. We have designed this extension with privacy as our core principle.
3. WHAT INFORMATION WE DO NOT COLLECT
We do not collect:
- Personal information (name, email, phone number, etc.)
- WhatsApp messages or message content
- Contact information or contact lists
- Profile pictures or media files
- Browsing history or website visits
- Usage statistics or analytics data
- Device information or IP addresses
- Location data
- Cookies or tracking identifiers
- Any other form of personal or non-personal data
4. HOW THE EXTENSION WORKS
SendPro X12 Shield operates entirely within your browser using local resources:
- CSS Styling: Applies blur filters to WhatsApp Web elements
- Local Storage: Saves your privacy preferences (which features are on/off) in your browser's local storage only
- Content Scripts: Runs JavaScript code locally to enable toggle controls and hover-to-reveal functionality
- No Network Requests: The extension does not make any external network requests or communicate with any servers
5. DATA STORAGE
The only data stored by SendPro X12 Shield is:
- Your privacy preferences (which blur features are enabled)
- The position of the floating control panel on your screen
This information is stored using Chrome's local storage API (chrome.storage.local) and:
- Remains on your device only
- Is never transmitted anywhere
- Is never accessible to us or any third party
- Can be deleted by removing the extension
6. PERMISSIONS EXPLAINED
SendPro X12 Shield requests the following permissions, and here's exactly why:
a) Storage Permission:
- Purpose: Save your privacy settings locally
- Data Stored: Toggle states (on/off) and panel position
- Location: Your browser only
- Access: Only you have access
b) ActiveTab Permission:
- Purpose: Apply blur filters when you click the extension icon
- Scope: Only the WhatsApp Web tab you're actively using
- Timing: Only when you activate the extension
- Data Access: None - we only apply visual filters
c) Host Permission (web.whatsapp.com):
- Purpose: Inject privacy protection features into WhatsApp Web
- Scope: Only WhatsApp Web, no other websites
- Functionality: Apply CSS blur filters and insert control panel
- Data Access: None - we only modify the visual appearance
7. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES
SendPro X12 Shield does NOT use:
- Analytics services (Google Analytics, etc.)
- Advertising networks
- Social media integrations
- External APIs or servers
- Content delivery networks (CDNs)
- Third-party libraries that track users
- Any other third-party services that collect data
8. WHATSAPP WEB INTEGRATION
- SendPro X12 Shield only works on web.whatsapp.com
- We do not access, read, or process your WhatsApp messages
- We only apply visual CSS filters to blur content
- WhatsApp's own privacy policy applies to your WhatsApp data
- We have no affiliation with WhatsApp or Meta
9. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY
SendPro X12 Shield does not knowingly collect information from anyone, including children under 13. Since we don't collect any data at all, the extension is safe for all age groups.
10. DATA SECURITY
Since SendPro X12 Shield does not collect, store, or transmit any data:
- There is no data to breach or compromise
- Your privacy is protected by design
- No servers means no server-side vulnerabilities
- All processing happens locally in your browser
11. YOUR RIGHTS
You have complete control over SendPro X12 Shield:
- Enable or disable any privacy feature at any time
- Remove the extension to delete all stored settings
- Your preferences are yours alone
- No account or registration required
12. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
13. OPEN SOURCE
SendPro X12 Shield is transparent about its operations:
- All code can be inspected in the extension package
- No obfuscated or hidden code
- No external dependencies with tracking
- You can verify we don't collect data
14. COMPLIANCE
SendPro X12 Shield complies with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) principles
- Other applicable privacy regulations
Since we don't collect any data, there is no data to process, delete, or export.
15. CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or SendPro X12 Shield:
Email: [your-email@example.com]
Support: Through Chrome Web Store support section
GitHub: [your-github-repo-url] (for technical issues)
16. NO LIABILITY FOR WHATSAPP DATA
SendPro X12 Shield is not responsible for:
- WhatsApp's data collection practices
- Data transmitted through WhatsApp's services
- WhatsApp Web's privacy policy or security
Please review WhatsApp's own privacy policy at https://www.whatsapp.com/legal/privacy-policy
17. DISCLAIMER
SendPro X12 Shield provides visual privacy protection only. While we blur content on your screen:
- This does not encrypt or protect data in transit
- This does not prevent WhatsApp from collecting data
- This is a visual aid for privacy in public spaces
- Users should still follow best security practices
18. CONSENT
By installing and using SendPro X12 Shield, you consent to this Privacy Policy. Since we don't collect any data, your consent primarily acknowledges:
- You understand how the extension works
- You agree to the terms of use
- You understand the extension's limitations
19. DATA RETENTION
SendPro X12 Shield retains:
- Nothing on external servers (we have no servers)
- Only local settings in your browser until you uninstall
- No historical data or logs
- No backup copies anywhere
20. SUMMARY
In Plain English:
✓ We don't collect any data
✓ We don't track you
✓ We don't use analytics
✓ Everything stays on your device
✓ We have no servers
✓ Your privacy is 100% protected
✓ We only blur what you see on screen
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EFFECTIVE DATE: December 15, 2025
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