Privacy Policy
Last updated: 21 July 2025
Overview
HotSkip ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our browser extension collects, uses, and safeguards your information.
Information We Collect
Data Collected Locally
- Browser Tab Information: We access basic tab data (title, URL, favicon) only from tabs that are playing audio
- User Preferences: Extension settings such as keyboard shortcuts and click-to-skip preferences
- Media Information: Current track title and artist information from supported music platforms
Data We Do NOT Collect
- Personal Information: We do not collect names, email addresses, or any personal identification
- Browsing History: We do not track or store your browsing history
- Audio Content: We do not record, store, or transmit any audio content
- User Analytics: We do not use tracking pixels, analytics tools, or telemetry
How We Use Information
The information collected is used exclusively to:
- Detect which browser tabs are playing audio
- Display current track information in the extension popup
- Enable media control functionality (play, pause, skip)
- Store your personalized settings locally
Data Storage and Security
- Local Storage Only: All data is stored locally on your device using Chrome's storage API
- No External Servers: No data is transmitted to external servers or third parties
- Automatic Cleanup: Tab information is automatically removed when tabs are closed
Permissions Explained
HotSkip requires the following permissions:
- activeTab: To interact with the currently active tab for media controls
- scripting: To inject scripts that detect and control media players
- storage: To save your extension preferences locally
- tabs: To identify which tabs are playing audio
- Host permissions: To work with specific music platforms (Spotify, YouTube, etc.)
Third-Party Services
HotSkip operates independently and does not:
- Share data with music streaming services
- Send data to analytics platforms
- Use external APIs or services
- Include tracking or advertising components
Supported Platforms
The extension works with these music platforms:
- Spotify
- YouTube
- SoundCloud
- Apple Music
- Amazon Music
- Deezer
- TIDAL
- And other web-based audio players
Data Retention
- Settings are retained until you uninstall the extension
- Tab information is cleared automatically when tabs are closed
- No historical data is maintained
Your Rights
You can:
- View all stored data through the extension settings
- Clear all data by resetting extension settings
- Completely remove all data by uninstalling the extension
Changes to Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on our website and in the extension store listing. Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the extension's data practices, please contact us at:
Compliance
This extension complies with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) guidelines