Privacy Policy

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Save Time – Focus & Block Distractions (“the extension”) helps users improve focus by blocking distracting websites, enforcing schedules, and protecting settings with optional premium features.

Your privacy matters. This policy explains what data is collected, how it is used, and how it is protected.


1. Information We Collect

a. Account Information

If you choose to log in using Google or email, the extension may collect:

This information is used only to authenticate users, enable premium features, and secure access to account-based settings.

b. Authentication & Security Data

Authentication tokens are stored locally in the browser and sent securely to the backend when required.

Passwords are never stored by the extension itself. All authentication handling occurs on the backend server using secure practices.

c. PIN and OTP Data

If you enable PIN-Lock features, you may create a 6-digit PIN to protect selected controls. PIN verification and protection rules are processed securely by the backend.

If you forget your PIN, a one-time password (OTP) may be sent to your registered email address to verify your identity. OTP codes are temporary and automatically expire.

d. Local Extension Data

The extension stores configuration data locally using Chrome’s storage APIs. This includes:

This data remains on your device unless you choose to sync it through your account.

e. Error Logs and Diagnostics

To improve reliability and fix bugs, the extension may collect limited diagnostic data, including:

Error data is batched locally and sent periodically to the backend for debugging purposes only.


Chrome Extension Permissions

The extension uses Chrome extension APIs such as storage, tabs, alarms, notifications, and identity solely to provide its core functionality, including blocking websites, enforcing schedules, managing timers, sending reminders, and enabling secure login.

These permissions are not used to access personal content beyond what is necessary to perform the requested features.

The extension requests access to specific websites (such as social media or streaming platforms) only to apply user-configured blocking rules.

The extension does not:


3. Payments and Premium Features

The extension offers optional paid premium features. Payments are processed securely through third-party providers such as Razorpay and PayPal.

The extension does not collect or store credit card, debit card, or banking information.

Payment verification is handled by the backend using transaction identifiers provided by the payment providers.


4. Data Usage

Collected data is used only to:

Data is never used for advertising or profiling.


5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade user data.

Data is shared only with:


6. Data Retention

Local data remains on your device until you remove it or uninstall the extension.

Backend-stored data is retained only as long as required to provide the service or comply with legal obligations.


7. User Control

You can:


8. Security

We use standard security practices including HTTPS communication, token-based authentication, and controlled backend access to protect user data.


9. Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Updates will be reflected on this page.


10. Contact

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

Email: blocksocialmediaofficial@gmail.com