wikilink-privacy

Privacy Policy for WikiLink

Effective Date: July 17, 2025

This privacy policy describes how WikiLink (“the Extension”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) collects, uses, and protects user data.

Information We Collect

Account Information

To create and manage user accounts, we collect the following information:

• Email address
• Password (securely hashed and never stored in plain text)

Game Data

We collect and store game-related data, including:

• Starting and target Wikipedia articles
• Game progress and performance
• Timestamps and duration of gameplay

Browsing Activity (Within Game Tabs Only)

While a game is active, we monitor navigation activity within the associated game tab. This includes:

• Pages visited within the game tab
• Actions taken during gameplay

This information is used strictly to support game functionality and analytics.

How We Use Your Data

We use the collected information to:

• Create and manage your account
• Maintain and restore game progress across sessions
• Analyze usage to improve gameplay experience
• Prevent cheating or abuse

Data Storage & Security

• Game and account data may be stored on our servers.
• Passwords are stored using secure, industry-standard hashing techniques.
• We use appropriate security measures to protect your information from unauthorized access.

Permissions

The Extension uses the following Chrome permissions:

• webNavigation: to monitor in-game navigation
• storage: to store game progress locally
• notifications: to alert players when a game ends

These permissions are used solely to support the game experience.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties. Your data is only accessible by our servers and used for gameplay functionality and analysis.

Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this policy, please contact the developer at: 📧 me@connorgawley.ca