NICH: GPT Anonymizer

Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to NICH: GPT Anonymizer ("we", "us", or "our"). We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and share your personal data when you use our application, browser extension, websites, and related services (collectively, "Services"). By using our Services, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

We process data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), relevant British data protection laws, and other applicable legislation. If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the details provided at the end of this document.

2. Data we collect and how we collect it

We collect various types of information, either automatically or when you provide it voluntarily. Some of this information may be considered personal data under relevant data protection laws.

2.1 Extension Updates, Subscription Downloads, and Emergency Notifications

  • Browser version
  • Extension version
  • Operating system
  • Date of last update
  • IP address
  • Log file data on the Updates page

2.2 Local Processing

All anonymization and deanonymization processes occur locally on your machine through the NICH Anonymizer application. Your sensitive data never leaves your computer.

2.3 Event Tracking

  • App and/or extension version
  • Device type
  • Which platforms you are using
  • Location data based on your IP address (country)

2.4 Data Collected Automatically

  • Browser language
  • Extension name and version
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system and version
  • Number of notification downloads
  • Information on whether local storage of the extension configuration is corrupted
  • Whether filter subscriptions are enabled or disabled
  • Version parameter of filter lists

2.5 Data Collected While Using Our Websites

Automatically, we collect:

  • IP address (stored separately)
  • Information about the request (e.g., domain, path, date, time, request body, query)
  • Information about the response (e.g., response code, bytes)
  • Aggregated analytics data
  • Session ID information necessary to test and operate our websites

3. Data processing by the anonymisation programme

The NICH: GPT Anonymizer programme operates locally on your device. We do not process or store the content that goes through the anonymisation functionality. We only collect general statistics, such as the total number of anonymisations performed and how many times certain items are downloaded. We do not collect or see the actual content you anonymise.

4. How we use your data

We use the information collected for the following purposes:

  • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our application, browser extension, websites, and related services.
  • Updates and Notifications: To manage extension updates, subscription downloads, and emergency notifications.
  • Analytics: To understand how our Services are used, monitor usage patterns, and enhance functionality and user experience.
  • User Support: To respond to your queries, provide technical assistance, and troubleshoot issues.

5. Storage and security

We take reasonable measures to safeguard your personal data against unauthorised access, misuse, loss, or disclosure. These measures include technical, administrative, and physical security steps aimed at protecting data. However, no method of transmission or electronic storage can guarantee absolute security. We will retain your data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Privacy Policy or as required by law.

6. Your rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:

  • Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Rectification: Request that we correct inaccurate personal data.
  • Erasure: Request the deletion of your personal data, subject to legal constraints.
  • Restriction: Request limitations on our use of your data.
  • Objection: Object to certain forms of data processing, such as direct marketing.
  • Data Portability: Receive your personal data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format.

7. Contact us

If you have any questions, comments, or concerns regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: anonymizer@nichtech.uk

We will make every effort to respond promptly and address your concerns in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

8. Children's privacy

Our Services are not intended for individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect or store personal information from anyone under 16. If you believe a child under 16 has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately so we can take appropriate steps to delete this information.

9. Changes to this privacy policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this document. Your continued use of our Services following any such changes signifies your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.