Privacy Policy for zyBook Automation Tool

Last Updated: January 31, 2026

OVERVIEW

zyBook Automation Tool is a Chrome extension that helps instructors automate the entry of due dates and availability windows for zyBooks assignments. This privacy policy explains how the extension handles user data.

DATA COLLECTION

This extension does NOT collect any personal data. 

We do not collect:

- Personal information (name, email, etc.)

- Browsing history

- Usage analytics

- Cookies or tracking data

- Any data from zyBooks or other websites

DATA STORAGE

The extension stores your course configuration (course code, course name, section numbers, days, times, and section modes) locally in your browser using Chrome's built-in storage API. This data:

- Never leaves your device

- Is not transmitted to any external servers

- Is not shared with any third parties

- Can be cleared by removing the extension

WEBSITE ACCESS

The extension only accesses zybooks.com domains when you explicitly click the "Run Script" button. It interacts with zyBooks pages solely to automate form entry for assignment deadlines. No data is read from or extracted from zyBooks.

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

This extension does not use any third-party services, analytics, or tracking tools.

CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

If this privacy policy changes, the updated policy will be posted at this URL with a new "Last Updated" date.

CONTACT

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact: jforde47@gmail.com

SUMMARY

- No data collection

- No external data transmission

- No third-party sharing

- Local storage only

- User-initiated actions only