Beagle Chat Wallet - Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 2024
Effective Date: December 2024
1. Introduction
Beagle Chat Wallet ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our browser extension handles your information when you use our Solana wallet services.

Key Principle: We do NOT collect, store, or transmit any personal data. Your wallet operates entirely on your device with zero data collection.
2. Information We Do NOT Collect
Beagle Chat Wallet is designed with privacy-first principles. We explicitly do NOT collect:

Personal Information: No names, emails, phone numbers, or addresses
Wallet Data: No seed phrases, private keys, or wallet addresses
Transaction Data: No transaction history, amounts, or recipients
Browsing Data: No website visits, browsing history, or user behavior
Usage Analytics: No usage statistics, crash reports, or performance data
Device Information: No device IDs, IP addresses, or system information
Cookies or Tracking: No tracking cookies, pixels, or identifiers
3. Data Storage (Local Only)
All data related to your wallet is stored locally on your device only:

3.1 Encrypted Wallet Data
Seed Phrases: Encrypted with AES-GCM using your password
Private Keys: Derived locally and encrypted before storage
Wallet Settings: User preferences stored in browser local storage
dApp Permissions: Connection history stored locally only
3.2 Security Measures
Encryption: Military-grade AES-GCM encryption
Key Derivation: PBKDF2 with 100,000 iterations
OS Integration: Optional keychain storage (macOS Keychain, Windows Credential Manager)
No Cloud Storage: Nothing is synchronized or backed up to external servers
4. Network Communications
The extension only communicates with blockchain networks for essential wallet functionality:

4.1 Solana Blockchain
RPC Calls: Standard blockchain queries for balance and transaction data
Transaction Submission: Broadcasting signed transactions to the Solana network
Public Data Only: All blockchain interactions use publicly available data
4.2 No Third-Party Services
No analytics services (Google Analytics, Mixpanel, etc.)
No crash reporting services
No advertising networks
No social media integrations
5. Permissions Usage
Our extension requests specific browser permissions for wallet functionality:

5.1 Storage Permission
Purpose: Local storage of encrypted wallet data
Data: Only encrypted wallet information and user preferences
Scope: Limited to extension storage, never shared
5.2 ActiveTab Permission
Purpose: Inject Solana wallet provider for dApp connectivity
Usage: Only when users visit Solana dApps and choose to connect
Data Access: No reading of page content or user data
5.3 Notifications Permission
Purpose: Alert users to transaction confirmations and security events
Content: Only wallet-related notifications
Privacy: No notification content is logged or transmitted
5.4 Native Messaging Permission
Purpose: Optional secure communication with OS keychain
Usage: Enhanced security for users who install native host
Data: Only encrypted keys for keychain storage
6. dApp Interactions
When you connect to decentralized applications (dApps):

6.1 Connection Process
You explicitly approve each dApp connection
Only your public wallet address is shared
No private keys or sensitive data is transmitted
Connection permissions are stored locally only
6.2 Transaction Signing
You manually approve each transaction
Transaction details are displayed for your review
Signing occurs locally on your device
Signed transactions are broadcast directly to Solana network
7. Third-Party Services
Beagle Chat Wallet does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services. The extension operates independently without external dependencies beyond the Solana blockchain network.

1. Data Security
   We implement industry-standard security measures:

Encryption at Rest: All sensitive data encrypted before storage
Secure Key Management: Keys never stored in plaintext
Minimal Attack Surface: No servers, databases, or external dependencies
Regular Updates: Security patches and improvements
9. International Users
This privacy policy applies to users worldwide. Since we do not collect any personal data, there are no data transfer or residency concerns. All processing occurs locally on your device.

1. Children's Privacy
   Our extension does not collect any information from users of any age. However, cryptocurrency management requires financial responsibility, and we recommend parental supervision for users under 18.
2. Changes to Privacy Policy
   We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal compliance. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date. Since we don't collect contact information, users should check this page periodically for updates.
3. Compliance
   This privacy policy is designed to comply with:

GDPR: European General Data Protection Regulation
CCPA: California Consumer Privacy Act
Chrome Web Store Policies: Google's developer policies
Mozilla Add-on Policies: Firefox extension requirements
13. Contact Information
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices:

Developer: Beagle Chat Wallet Team
Contact: [Your Contact Email]
Website: [Your Website URL]
Zero Data Collection Guarantee: We cannot provide access to, modify, or delete your data because we never collect it in the first place. Your privacy is protected by design, not by policy alone.