Scratch

Privacy Policy for Scratch Extension

Last Updated: January 2025

Overview

Scratch is a Chrome extension that allows users to draw and annotate directly on web pages. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

Data Collection

We do not collect any personal data. Scratch does not collect, store, or transmit any personal information, browsing history, or user data to any external servers.

Local Storage

The extension uses Chrome’s local storage API to save:

Your preferred color palettes
Custom keyboard shortcuts
Tool settings (pen size, eraser mode, etc.)
UI preferences

This data is stored locally on your device only and is never transmitted anywhere.

Drawings and Annotations

All drawings and annotations are temporary and exist only in your browser’s memory
Drawings are not saved permanently unless you take a screenshot
No drawing data is ever sent to external servers
Drawings disappear when you refresh or leave the page

Permissions

The extension requires certain permissions to function:

activeTab: To inject drawing functionality into the current webpage
storage: To save your preferences locally
host_permissions: To enable drawing on all websites

These permissions are used solely for the core functionality of drawing on web pages.

Third-Party Services

Scratch does not use any third-party analytics, tracking, or advertising services.

Data Security

Since we don’t collect any data, there is no risk of your personal information being compromised through our service.

Children’s Privacy

Scratch does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13 years of age.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected in the “Last Updated” date above.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or the extension, please contact:

GitHub: https://github.com/hfritz34
Website: https://www.henryfritz.com/

By using the Scratch extension, you consent to this privacy policy.

Scratch is an open-source project focused on user privacy and functionality.