Last Updated: October 24, 2025

Introduction

ContextTranslate is a Chrome extension developed by an individual developer. This Privacy Policy explains how your information is handled when you use the extension.

Information You Configure (Stored Locally)

We do not collect any API keys or personal data. If you choose to configure settings, they are stored locally in your browser and are never sent to the developer.

API Key (BYOK)

• What: Your Google Gemini API key that you optionally enter in the extension settings
• Storage: Stored locally using Chrome's secure storage API (chrome.storage.sync) and never sent to the developer
• Use: Used only by your browser to authenticate direct requests to Google's Gemini API for translations
• Sharing: Not shared with the developer; transmitted only to Google to fulfill your translation request

Translation Data

• What: Original text, translation result, surrounding context snippet, page URL, and timestamp
• Storage: Stored locally in your browser (chrome.storage.local)
• Use: Enables you to review and export your translation history as CSV
• Sharing: Never shared with the developer or any third party

Data We DO NOT Collect

• This extension does NOT collect, store, or transmit any personal information to external servers
• There are NO servers or databases maintained by the developer
• Your browsing history is NOT tracked
• Your data is NOT sold or shared with third parties