Download Manager Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy describes how the Download Manager browser extension ("we", "our", or "extension") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our browser extension. We are committed to protecting your privacy while providing you with a powerful download management experience.

Information We Collect

Download Information

  • Download metadata: File names, sizes, and timestamps of downloads initiated through your browser
  • Performance metrics: Download speeds, completion times, and network performance data

Technical Information

  • Browser type and OS
  • Error logs when the extension encounters problems

Feedback Data

  • Information you voluntarily provide through our feedback mechanism

How We Use Information

Core Functionality

The information we collect is primarily used to provide the extension’s core download management features, including:

  • Tracking ongoing downloads
  • Calculating accurate time estimates using our specialized algorithms
  • Providing download statistics
  • Implementing pause, resume, and organization features

Research and Improvement

We use anonymized download metrics and performance data to:

  • Improve our download time estimation algorithms
  • Research network behavior patterns to enhance prediction accuracy
  • Optimize the extension’s performance across different connection types
  • Develop new features based on observed usage patterns

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

Most information is stored locally on your device using the browser’s storage API and is not transmitted to our servers.

Cloud Storage

  • Data is transmitted securely using HTTPS
  • Information is stored in Firebase with industry-standard security practices
  • We use anonymous authentication to push data to the cloud

Third-Party Services

Google APIs and Firebase

We use Google APIs and Firebase for optional cloud functionality:

  • These services are governed by Google’s Privacy Policy
  • Data transmitted to these services is used solely for providing extension functionality and research purposes
  • No personal information is shared with third parties for advertising purposes

User Rights and Choices

Data Deletion

  • Clearing browser data will remove locally stored information

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes through the extension interface.

Contact Us

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

Email: [ahmadhassansandhu@gmail.com]

Last Updated: March 12, 2025