Privacy Policy for Transient

Last updated: 2025-08-22

Thank you for choosing Transient, an advanced translation browser extension. This Privacy Policy is designed to help you understand how we handle your information when you use our extension.

            Summary: Transient is designed with privacy in mind. We process text for translation purposes only, do not store your data permanently, and do not track your browsing activity.
        

1. Information We Process

Transient processes the following information:

Text Content: When you select text on a webpage or use our translation feature in text fields, that text is processed for translation.
User Settings: Your preferences such as target language, source language, and other configuration options are stored locally in your browser.

2. How We Use Your Information

The information we process is used for the following purposes:

Translation Services: Text is sent to translation APIs solely for the purpose of translating that content.
Improving User Experience: Settings are saved locally to remember your preferences and provide a consistent experience.

3. Data Sharing and Transfer

Transient may share text data with third-party services under these limited circumstances:

Translation APIs: Text you choose to translate is sent to reputable translation services to perform the translation.
No Selling of Data: We do not sell or rent your data to any third parties.
No Advertising: We do not use your data for advertising purposes.

4. Data Storage

Transient handles data in the following ways:

Local Storage: Your settings and preferences are stored locally in your browser using Chrome's storage API.
No Server Storage: We do not maintain servers that store the content you translate or your personal information.
Temporary Processing: Text is only held in memory during the translation process and is discarded after the translation is complete.

5. Your Rights and Choices

As a user of Transient, you have certain rights regarding your data:

Access and Control: You can view and change your settings at any time via the extension interface.
Opt-Out: You can disable the extension at any time through your browser's extension settings.
Uninstall: Removing the extension will delete all locally stored settings and preferences.

6. Data Security

We are committed to ensuring the security of your information:

Secure Connections: All communications with translation APIs use secure HTTPS connections.
Minimal Data: We follow the principle of data minimization, only processing what is necessary for translation.

7. Children's Privacy

Transient is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy through the extension and updating the "Last Updated" date.

9. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: for_online@icloud.com