Privacy Policy

Effective Date: December 9, 2024 | Last Updated: December 9, 2024

Maintained By: Bland Brew, LLC

Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Humble Hoarder ("the extension", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use the Humble Hoarder browser extension and visit this website (www.hoardhumbly.com).

Humble Hoarder is a browser extension designed to help users manage, track, and download their purchased digital game bundles from Humble Bundle and similar services. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about our data practices.

Information We Collect

Browser Extension Data

The Humble Hoarder browser extension only collects and stores data locally if you enable this functionality. This data remains on your device and is never transmitted to external servers. The following data may be stored locally in your browser:

  • Bundle Information: Names, descriptions, and metadata of digital game bundles you own
  • Download Preferences: Your preferred file formats and download settings
  • Library Data: Game titles, ownership status, and how you organize your collection
  • Extension Settings: Your preferences and configuration options for the extension
  • Log Files: If you enable logging, the system saves a log file locally for troubleshooting purposes

Important: No usage statistics or tracking information is captured. You have complete control over this data and can choose how to handle it through the extension's options menu, including export and import functionality.

Website Data

When you visit our website, we may collect minimal, non-identifying information:

  • Browser Type: The type of web browser you are using
  • Device Type: Whether you are using a desktop, mobile, or tablet device
  • Pages Visited: Which pages on our website you view
  • User Count: General visitor statistics

Privacy-First Website Approach

  • No cookies are used
  • No IP addresses are collected
  • No identifiable information is captured
  • Tracking prevention requests from browsers are respected
  • • Country of origin may be collected in the future (this policy will be updated if implemented)

How We Use Your Information

Extension Functionality

Data collected that you control is used exclusively to:

  • Provide bulk download functionality for your purchased bundles
  • Display ownership status and bundle information on relevant web pages
  • Organize and enable searching of your digital game collections
  • Remember your preferences and settings across browser sessions
  • Improve extension performance and user experience

Humble Bundle Integration: If enabled, this extension can sync with your Humble Bundle account and download your purchased bundle information. This information is only stored locally on your device and is not transferred to any third party.

Website Analytics

The minimal website usage data helps us:

  • Understand how visitors use our website
  • Improve website content and functionality
  • Identify and fix technical issues

Data Storage and Security

Privacy-First Approach

All extension data is stored locally in your browser using secure storage mechanisms. No personal data from the extension is transmitted to external servers, third parties, or analytics services.

Security Measures

  • Local Storage: All extension data remains on your device at all times
  • Encryption: Sensitive information is encrypted using industry-standard methods
  • No External Transmission: Extension data is never sent to remote servers
  • User Control: You maintain complete control over your data
  • Secure Connections: All web communications use HTTPS encryption

Data Retention

Extension data is retained locally until you choose to delete it or uninstall the extension. Website analytics data is retained for a maximum of 24 months to help us improve our services.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties. This includes:

  • No Data Sales: We never sell your personal information to advertisers or data brokers
  • No Third-Party Analytics: The extension does not integrate with external analytics or tracking services
  • Limited Website Interactions: The extension only interacts with Humble Bundle and similar gaming platforms to read publicly available bundle information

Legal Disclosure

We may disclose information only when required by law, such as in response to a valid court order, subpoena, or other legal process, or to protect our rights, property, or safety.

Your Rights and Choices

Extension Data Control

Since all extension data is stored locally, you have complete control over your information:

  • Access: View all stored data through the extension interface
  • Export: Download your data for backup or migration purposes
  • Delete: Remove all data by uninstalling the extension or using built-in deletion tools
  • Selective Removal: Clear specific data categories through extension settings

Website Data Rights

Since no identifiable information is captured on our website, there is minimal data to manage. However, you can:

  • Tracking Prevention: Use browser tracking prevention features (which we respect)
  • Data Access: Request information about the minimal data we collect
  • Contact Us: Reach out with any privacy concerns through our GitHub repository

Contact Information

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

Privacy Contact

We will respond to privacy-related inquiries within 30 days of receipt.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify users of significant changes through the browser extension update mechanism
  • Post the updated policy on our website
  • For material changes, provide additional notice as required by law

Your continued use of the extension and website after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with applicable privacy laws and regulations. Given our minimal data collection practices, we maintain compliance with:

  • GDPR: General Data Protection Regulation (European Union)
  • CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
  • Browser Extension Policies: Chrome Web Store, Firefox Add-ons, and Microsoft Edge Add-ons requirements