Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

This Privacy Policy describes how BranchGPT handles your information when you use our Chrome extension and visit our website.

Summary

BranchGPT is designed with privacy as a core principle:

  • No data collection: The Chrome extension collects zero personal data
  • Local processing only: All functionality works entirely in your browser
  • No external servers: No data is sent to our servers or third parties
  • No tracking: We do not track your usage or behavior

About BranchGPT

BranchGPT is a Chrome extension that visualizes ChatGPT conversation branches. It works entirely within your browser to enhance your ChatGPT experience without compromising your privacy.

Definitions

  • Extension refers to the BranchGPT Chrome extension
  • Website refers to branchgpt.xyz
  • Service refers to both the Extension and Website
  • We/Us/Our refers to the BranchGPT development team
  • You/Your refers to the user of our Service

Data Collection and Privacy

Chrome Extension - Zero Data Collection

The BranchGPT Chrome extension collects NO personal data whatsoever:

  • No conversation data: We do not access, store, or transmit your ChatGPT conversations
  • No browsing data: We do not track which websites you visit
  • No usage analytics: We do not collect data about how you use the extension
  • No personal information: We do not collect names, emails, or any identifying information
  • No storage: The extension does not store data on our servers

How it works:

  • The extension only runs when you’re on chat.openai.com
  • It reads the existing ChatGPT interface to detect conversation branches
  • All processing happens locally in your browser
  • No data leaves your device

Website Analytics

Our website (branchgpt.xyz) may collect basic analytics through standard web technologies:

  • Page visits: Which pages you view (for improving site content)
  • Basic device info: Browser type and screen size (for responsive design)
  • No personal identification: We cannot and do not identify individual users

We use privacy-focused analytics that do not track users across websites.

Cookies and Website Technology

Our website uses minimal cookies and tracking:

  • Essential cookies: Only for basic website functionality (theme preference, etc.)
  • No tracking cookies: We do not use cookies to track you across websites
  • No advertising cookies: We do not serve ads or use advertising networks
  • No social media tracking: We do not embed social media tracking pixels

You can disable cookies in your browser settings if desired. This will not affect the Chrome extension’s functionality.

How We Use Information

Chrome Extension

We do not use any information because we do not collect any information.

The extension functions entirely within your browser without sending data anywhere.

Website

The minimal website analytics we collect are used only to:

  • Understand which pages are most helpful to improve content
  • Ensure the site works properly on different devices and browsers
  • Monitor site performance and fix technical issues

We never:

  • Sell or share data with third parties
  • Create user profiles or tracking
  • Use data for advertising or marketing
  • Combine data across different users

Data Retention and Deletion

Chrome Extension

There is no data to retain or delete because the extension does not collect or store any personal data.

Website

  • Website analytics are retained for up to 12 months for site improvement purposes
  • Essential cookies are deleted when you close your browser or after a short period
  • No personal data is stored that would require deletion

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Know what data we collect (minimal website analytics only)
  • Request deletion of any data (contact us and we’ll comply immediately)
  • Opt out of analytics by disabling JavaScript or using an ad blocker
  • Use the Chrome extension with complete privacy regardless of your website choices

Data Security

Chrome Extension Security

  • No data transmission: Since no data is collected or transmitted, there’s no data to secure in transit
  • Local operation only: All functionality happens within your browser’s secure environment
  • No external connections: The extension never connects to our servers or any external services
  • Open source transparency: Our code can be audited for security and privacy compliance

Website Security

  • HTTPS encryption: All website traffic is encrypted
  • No sensitive data: We don’t collect sensitive information that could be compromised
  • Secure hosting: Our website is hosted on secure, reputable infrastructure

Third-Party Services

Chrome Extension

The extension does not integrate with any third-party services, APIs, or external websites beyond reading the ChatGPT interface.

Website

Our website may use:

  • Web hosting services: For serving the website content
  • Privacy-focused analytics: For basic site metrics (if any)

We do not use:

  • Social media integrations with tracking
  • Third-party advertising networks
  • Marketing automation tools
  • Customer tracking services

Data Disclosure

For the Chrome extension: Since we collect no personal data, there is no personal data to disclose to law enforcement or other authorities.

For the website: In the unlikely event we’re legally required to disclose website analytics data, we would:

  • Notify users if legally permitted
  • Provide only the minimal data required by law
  • Contest overly broad requests

Compliance

We comply with applicable privacy laws including:

  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
  • CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
  • PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act)
  • Other relevant local privacy regulations

Children’s Privacy

BranchGPT is appropriate for users of all ages since it collects no personal data. However:

  • The Chrome extension is designed for use with ChatGPT, which has its own age restrictions
  • Parents should supervise children’s use of AI chat services
  • We encourage parents to review ChatGPT’s terms of service and privacy policy

Since we collect no personal data, there are no special protections needed for children’s data because no data is collected from anyone.

ChatGPT Integration

BranchGPT works with OpenAI’s ChatGPT service. When using our extension:

  • Your ChatGPT conversations remain subject to OpenAI’s privacy policy
  • We do not interfere with or modify your data relationship with OpenAI
  • We encourage you to review OpenAI’s Privacy Policy

Our website may contain links to other sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. Always review the privacy policies of sites you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance. When we do:

  • Significant changes: We’ll prominently notify users on our website
  • Minor updates: We’ll update the “Last updated” date at the top
  • Extension users: Since the extension doesn’t collect data, most changes won’t affect extension users

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact and Questions

For privacy-related questions or requests:

Email: [Contact information to be added] Website: branchgpt.xyz

Response time: We typically respond to privacy inquiries within 48 hours.

What you can contact us about:

  • Questions about this privacy policy
  • Requests to delete website analytics data
  • Technical questions about the extension’s privacy features
  • Reporting privacy concerns

This privacy policy reflects our commitment to user privacy. The BranchGPT Chrome extension is designed to enhance your ChatGPT experience while maintaining complete privacy and requiring zero data collection.

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