Last Updated: September 21, 2025 | Effective Date: September 21, 2025
Introduction
Near Tracker ("we," "our," or "the extension") is committed to protecting your privacy.
This Privacy Policy explains how our Chrome extension handles information when you use our service.
By using Near Tracker, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance
with this policy. We are fully compliant with Google Chrome Web Store policies and data protection regulations.
Information We Collect Minimal
1. User-Provided Information
The extension collects only the information you explicitly provide:
- NEAR Holdings Amount: The quantity of NEAR tokens you input for portfolio tracking
- Display Preferences: Your selected settings (dark mode, update frequency)
2. Automatically Collected Information
We do NOT collect:
- ❌ Personal identification information
- ❌ Email addresses or contact details
- ❌ Browsing history or cookies
- ❌ IP addresses or device identifiers
- ❌ Location data
- ❌ Wallet addresses or private keys
⚡ Important: Near racker operates entirely locally on your device.
No personal data is transmitted to external servers.
How We Use Information
The minimal information collected is used exclusively for:
- Portfolio Calculation: Computing your total balance based on current prices
- User Experience: Applying your display preferences (theme, refresh rate)
- Local Storage: Saving your settings for convenience between sessions
All data processing happens locally in your browser.
We do not have access to your information.
Data Storage & Security
Local Storage Only
All user data is stored locally using Chrome's storage API and browser localStorage.
This means:
- Your data never leaves your device
- We cannot access your stored information
- Data is encrypted by your browser's security measures
- Information persists only on your local machine
Security Measures
- No external server communication for user data
- No authentication or account system
- No cloud storage or backup of personal information
- Automatic data isolation through Chrome's extension sandboxing
Third-Party Services
API Services
The extension connects to the following services solely for fetching public market data:
- CoinGecko API: For real-time cryptocurrency prices (public data only)
- Binance API: As a fallback for price information (public data only)
Note: These services only provide public market data.
No personal information is sent to these APIs. Only price requests for NEAR, BTC, and ETH are made.
External Links
The extension contains links to external websites (trading platforms, NEAR resources).
These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices.
Data Sharing & Disclosure
We do not share your data because we don't collect it.
Specifically, we:
- ✅ Never sell personal information
- ✅ Never share data with third parties
- ✅ Never use data for advertising
- ✅ Never track users across websites
- ✅ Never create user profiles
User Rights & Control
You Have Complete Control
As all data is stored locally, you have full control over your information:
- Access: View your data anytime through the extension
- Modification: Update your holdings and settings instantly
- Deletion: Clear all data using the "Clear All Data" button in settings
- Portability: Your data remains on your device
How to Delete Your Data
- Click the settings (⚙️) button in the extension
- Select "Clear All Data"
- Confirm the action
Alternatively, uninstalling the extension will remove all associated data.
Children's Privacy
Near Tracker is not directed at children under the age of 13.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
The extension is intended for users who are legally able to engage in cryptocurrency activities.
Permissions Explained
The extension requires minimal permissions:
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Storage Permission:
To save your holdings and preferences locally on your device
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Host Permissions (api.coingecko.com, api.binance.com):
To fetch public cryptocurrency price data
We follow the principle of least privilege and only request essential permissions.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be indicated by
updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Significant changes will
be communicated through the extension's update notes.
Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Compliance & Legal
- ✅ Google Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- ✅ Chrome Extension Single Purpose Policy
- ✅ User Data Privacy Requirements
- ✅ GDPR Principles (Privacy by Design)
- ✅ California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) Standards
Acceptance of Terms
By installing and using Near Tracker, you acknowledge that you have read,
understood, and agree to be bound by this Privacy Policy.