Effective Date: January 13, 2025
Last Updated: January 13, 2025
Overview
New Tab Redirector is a Chrome extension developed by Kilian Barbier that allows users to customize their new tab page by redirecting to any URL of their choice. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information in relation to your use of our extension.
Information We Collect
Data We DO NOT Collect
We do not collect, store, transmit, or share any personal information. Specifically:
- ❌We do not collect browsing history
- ❌We do not collect personal identification information
- ❌We do not collect website usage data
- ❌We do not track user behavior
- ❌We do not use analytics services
- ❌We do not collect search queries
- ❌We do not access your bookmarks
- ❌We do not collect location data
- ❌We do not use cookies
Data We Store Locally
The extension stores the following information locally on your device only:
- ✅Your custom redirect URL - The website URL you choose for your new tab page
- ✅First-time setup flag - A simple indicator to show onboarding only once
Via the site the extension redirects to (by default https://newtab.kilianbarbier.fr/en/):
- ✅Your custom redirect URL - The website URL you choose for your new tab page
- ✅Pinned shortcut URLs - URLs of shortcuts you choose to pin to your new tab page
- ✅Weather location - The city you choose for weather display
This data is stored using Chrome's local storage API and never leaves your device.
How We Use Information
The locally stored information is used solely to:
- Remember your URL preference - To redirect new tabs to your chosen website
- Provide onboarding - To show the setup process only on first use
- Extension functionality - To ensure the extension works as intended
Data Sharing
We do not share any data with third parties because we don't collect any data to share.
- ❌No data is transmitted to our servers
- ❌No data is sold to advertisers
- ❌No data is shared with analytics companies
- ❌No data is provided to third-party services
Permissions Explanation
Our extension requests minimal permissions:
Storage Permission
- Purpose: To save your custom URL preference locally on your device
- Scope: Local storage only, no cloud synchronization of personal data
- Data: Only your chosen redirect URL and setup status
Chrome URL Override Permission
- Purpose: To replace the default new tab page with our redirect functionality
- Scope: Only affects new tab behavior
- Data: No data collection involved
Third-Party Services
Default Redirect URL
- By default, the extension redirects to
https://newtab.kilianbarbier.fr/en/
- When you visit this website, you are subject to that website's privacy policy
- We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites
Custom URLs
- When you set a custom URL, you will be redirected to that website
- We are not responsible for the privacy practices of websites you choose to visit
Data Security
Since we don't collect or transmit data:
- ✅Your URL preference is stored locally and encrypted by Chrome
- ✅No data transmission means no risk of data breaches from our side
- ✅Your data remains under your control at all times
Your Rights and Choices
Data Control
- View your data: Your URL preference is visible in the extension settings
- Modify your data: Change your URL anytime through the extension popup
- Delete your data: Uninstall the extension to remove all stored data
Uninstalling the Extension
When you uninstall the extension:
- All locally stored data is automatically deleted
- No trace of your usage remains on your device
- No data remains on our servers (because we don't have any)
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify users of significant changes through extension updates
- Continue our commitment to user privacy
Legal Compliance
This extension and privacy policy comply with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)
Summary
In simple terms: Our extension doesn't spy on you, doesn't collect your data, and doesn't share anything about you. It simply remembers the URL you want to redirect to and does its job locally on your device.