Privacy Policy for Linways Redmine Companion Chrome Extension
Last Updated: July 1, 2025
Overview
Linways Redmine Companion Chrome Extension (“we”, “our”, or “the extension”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Data Stored Locally
- Redmine Server URL: Your Redmine server address for API connections
- API Key: Your Redmine API key for authentication (stored securely in browser storage)
- Time Tracking Data: Daily time logs, session data, and timestamps
- Issue Information: Issue IDs, titles, and statuses from your Redmine server
- User Preferences: Extension settings and configurations
Data We Do NOT Collect
- We do not collect personal information
- We do not track your browsing activity outside of Redmine pages
- We do not store your Redmine password
- We do not send any data to external servers or third parties
Local Storage Only
- All data is stored locally in your browser using Chrome’s storage API
- Data is used solely to provide time tracking and issue management functionality
- No data is transmitted to our servers or any third-party services
Redmine Server Communication
- The extension communicates directly with YOUR Redmine server
- API calls are made only to retrieve issue data and submit time logs
- All communication uses secure HTTPS connections
Data Security
Protection Measures
- API keys are stored securely using Chrome’s encrypted storage
- All Redmine communications use HTTPS encryption
- No sensitive data is logged or exposed to other websites
- Data remains within your browser and your Redmine server
Access Control
- Only you have access to your stored data
- Data is isolated per Chrome user profile
- Extension cannot access data from other extensions or websites
Data Retention
Local Data
- Time tracking data is retained based on your usage
- You can clear all data by removing the extension
- No automatic data expiration (you control retention)
Redmine Data
- Time logs submitted to Redmine follow your server’s retention policies
- We do not control or access data stored on your Redmine server
Your Rights
Data Control
- Access: View your data through the extension interface
- Modify: Edit or delete time entries before submission
- Delete: Remove the extension to delete all local data
- Export: Time data can be viewed in the extension’s timeline
Settings Management
- Configure which Redmine server to connect to
- Control time tracking preferences
- Manage extension permissions through Chrome settings
Third-Party Services
No External Services
- We do not use analytics services
- We do not integrate with third-party tracking
- We do not share data with advertisers or data brokers
Your Redmine Server
- Communication is limited to your configured Redmine instance
- We follow your Redmine server’s security protocols
- Data handling follows your organization’s Redmine policies
Permissions Explanation
Why We Need Permissions
- ActiveTab: To detect Redmine issue IDs from page URLs
- Storage: To save your settings and time tracking data locally
- Host Permissions: To communicate with your Redmine server’s API
- Tabs: To track navigation between different Redmine issues
Minimal Permissions
- We request only the minimum permissions required
- Permissions are used solely for stated functionality
- No permissions are used for tracking or advertising
Updates to This Policy
Notification
- Users will be notified of significant privacy policy changes
- Continued use after updates constitutes acceptance
- Previous versions available upon request
Version Control
- Policy version is maintained with extension updates
- Changes are documented and dated
Support
- Developer: Sibin C Baby
- Email: sibincbaby219@gmail.com
Questions
If you have questions about this privacy policy or data handling, please contact us through the support channels above.
Compliance
Standards
- Complies with Chrome Web Store privacy requirements
- Follows browser extension security best practices
- Adheres to minimal data collection principles
Regional Laws
- Policy designed to comply with major privacy regulations
- Users in specific regions may have additional rights
- Contact us for region-specific privacy information
Effective Date: This policy is effective as of the last updated date above.