Privacy Policy for Svava Chrome Extension

Last updated: 2/9 2025

Introduction

Svava ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome extension.

Information We Collect

Data You Provide

  • API Keys: OpenAI and Google Gemini API keys that you configure in the extension settings
  • Chat Messages: Conversations you have with AI avatars through the extension
  • Screenshots: Web page screenshots you capture for analysis
  • Avatar Preferences: Your selected AI avatars and customizations
  • Settings: Your extension preferences and configurations

Data We Don't Collect

  • Personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
  • Browsing history outside of screenshots you actively capture
  • Passwords or sensitive account information
  • Location data
  • Device identifiers

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Provide AI Chat Services: Process your messages and screenshots through AI models
  • Maintain Chat History: Store your conversations locally for continuity
  • Customize Experience: Remember your avatar preferences and settings
  • Improve Functionality: Analyze usage patterns to enhance the extension

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

  • All data is stored locally on your device using Chrome's storage APIs
  • Chat history, settings, and preferences remain on your computer
  • We do not transmit your personal data to our servers

API Communications

  • Screenshots and messages are sent directly to AI providers (OpenAI, Google Gemini) using your API keys
  • We do not store or log the content of your communications with AI services
  • API keys are stored locally and encrypted in Chrome's secure storage

Security Measures

  • All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
  • API keys are stored using Chrome's secure storage mechanisms
  • No data is transmitted to our servers or third parties (except AI providers via your API keys)

Third-Party Services

AI Providers

  • OpenAI: Your messages and screenshots may be sent to OpenAI's servers when using their API
  • Google Gemini: Your messages and screenshots may be sent to Google's servers when using their API
  • These services have their own privacy policies and data handling practices

Chrome Web Store

  • We comply with Chrome Web Store policies and requirements
  • Extension usage statistics may be collected by Google (standard for all Chrome extensions)

Your Rights and Choices

Data Control

  • You can delete all extension data by uninstalling the extension
  • You can clear chat history through the extension interface
  • You can modify or delete your API keys at any time

Data Access

  • All your data is stored locally on your device
  • You can access your chat history and settings through the extension interface

Data Retention

  • Chat history is stored locally until you delete it or uninstall the extension
  • Settings and preferences are retained until you change or reset them
  • We do not retain any data on our servers

Children's Privacy

Our extension is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Notifying you through the extension interface for significant changes

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

  • Email: elia.morling@svava.io

Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

  • Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) requirements

Note: This extension operates entirely locally on your device. We do not collect, store, or process your personal data on our servers. All AI communications are direct between your device and the AI providers using your own API keys.