📋 Table of Contents
🌟 Overview
Penguin Blocker - Ad Blocker ("we", "our", or "us") is a comprehensive Chrome extension that provides advanced ad blocking, tracker prevention, and privacy protection. This privacy policy explains our commitment to protecting your privacy and details how we handle information when you use our extension.
The extension is designed to preserve website functionality by using primarily network-level blocking with minimal DOM interference. Content scripts are only injected when absolutely necessary and perform lightweight operations that don't interfere with essential website elements like search bars, navigation menus, or user interface components.
📊 Information We Collect
🔧 Local Configuration Data
Your preferences for blocking features, aggressive mode, notifications, and performance settings
Local counters for blocked ads and trackers (daily and lifetime totals)
Websites where you've disabled blocking or added to whitelist
User-created blocking rules and advanced filtering patterns
🚫 Data We Absolutely Do NOT Collect
- Personal Information: No names, emails, addresses, or identification data
- Browsing History: No record of websites you visit or pages you view
- Search Queries: No tracking of what you search for online
- Content Data: No collection of webpage content or user inputs
- Device Information: No collection of device IDs, fingerprints, or system data
- Location Data: No GPS, IP-based, or geographical tracking
- Third-Party Analytics: No Google Analytics, tracking pixels, or external monitoring
- Behavioral Data: No profiling or behavior analysis
🎯 How We Use Information
All data collected by Penguin Blocker - Ad Blocker is stored locally on your device using Chrome's secure storage API and is used exclusively to:
- Maintain Extension Functionality: Remember your blocking preferences and settings across browser sessions
- Display Statistics: Show blocking counters and performance metrics within the extension popup
- Domain Management: Remember which websites you've whitelisted or disabled blocking for
- Custom Blocking: Apply your custom blocking rules and advanced filtering preferences
- Performance Optimization: Cache settings for faster extension loading and operation
- Data Export: Allow you to backup and restore your configuration when requested
🔐 Data Storage and Security
All data stored locally using Chrome's secure storage system with encryption
Zero data transmitted to external servers or third-party services
Data only accessible by Penguin Blocker extension, isolated from other apps
Complete data removal available through extension settings at any time
Your data is protected by Chrome's built-in security measures and remains under your complete control. The extension operates entirely offline for privacy protection.
🤝 Data Sharing Policy
🔒 Zero Data Sharing Commitment
We do not share, sell, rent, lease, or disclose any information to third parties, ever.
- No data is sent to our servers (we don't have any)
- No data is shared with advertising networks
- No data is sold to data brokers or analytics companies
- No data is provided to government agencies unless legally required
- No data is accessible to extension developers beyond anonymized usage statistics from Chrome Web Store
🛠️ Your Rights and Controls
You have complete ownership and control over your data:
🔑 Permissions Explanation
Penguin Blocker - Ad Blocker requires the following Chrome permissions to provide comprehensive ad blocking:
⚡ Extension Features
Penguin Blocker - Ad Blocker provides comprehensive privacy protection through:
Blocks video ads, pop-ups, banners, and sponsored content using Chrome's declarativeNetRequest API with minimal DOM interference
Prevents social media trackers, analytics scripts, and cross-site tracking attempts from monitoring your behavior
Blocks malware domains, cryptomining scripts, and phishing attempts to keep you safe online
Real-time counters showing daily and total blocked content with detailed per-domain statistics
Minimal content script injection that preserves website functionality while providing effective ad blocking through network rules
Per-website controls, whitelist management, and site-specific blocking preferences
👶 Children's Privacy
Penguin Blocker - Ad Blocker is designed with strong privacy protections that make it safe for users of all ages:
- No Personal Data Collection: We do not collect any information that could identify children or adults
- COPPA Compliant: Our extension complies with Children's Online Privacy Protection Act requirements
- Enhanced Protection: The extension actually protects children by blocking inappropriate ads and tracking
- Parental Control Compatible: Works alongside existing parental control software
- Educational Value: Helps teach digital privacy and online safety concepts
⚖️ Legal Compliance
Penguin Blocker - Ad Blocker complies with major privacy and security regulations:
Meets European General Data Protection Regulation standards for data privacy and user rights
Adheres to California Consumer Privacy Act requirements for transparency and user control
Follows Children's Online Privacy Protection Act guidelines for protecting minors
Complies with Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies and security requirements
📝 Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do:
- Notification: We will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Significant Changes: Major changes will be communicated through the extension interface
- Continued Use: Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
- Review Encouragement: We encourage users to periodically review this policy
- Archive Access: Previous versions of this policy are available upon request
📞 Contact Information
If you have questions about this privacy policy, our data practices, or need support:
We're committed to addressing any privacy concerns promptly and transparently.