Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

Data We DO NOT Collect

QuizCrush is designed with privacy-first principles. We explicitly do not collect:

• Personal identification information (name, email, student ID)
• Browsing history or website usage data
• Quiz scores, answers, or academic performance
• User analytics or behavioral tracking data
• Any data about your usage patterns or preferences
• Login credentials or authentication tokens

Data Stored Locally on Your Device

The following information is stored only on your local device using Chrome's storage API:

• OpenAI API Key: Required for AI analysis functionality
• Extension Preferences: Your settings like auto-select behavior and response style
• Uploaded Study Materials: Text content from PDFs you choose to upload for context

This local data is never transmitted to our servers and remains under your complete control.

2. Data Sent to Third Parties

OpenAI API Communication

When you use QuizCrush to analyze quiz questions, the following data is sent directly to OpenAI's API:

• Quiz question text and multiple choice options
• Images contained within quiz questions (for visual analysis)
• Relevant excerpts from your uploaded study materials (for context)

Important: This data is sent directly from your browser to OpenAI. QuizCrush developers never see or have access to this information. OpenAI's privacy policy governs how they handle this data. QuizCrush provides no guarantees about OpenAI's data handling, security, or privacy practices.

No Analytics or Tracking

QuizCrush does not use any analytics services, tracking pixels, or data collection tools. We do not partner with advertising networks or data brokers.

3. Data Security Disclaimers

DISCLAIMER: QuizCrush provides no guarantees about data security or protection. While we implement basic security measures, you use the extension entirely at your own risk.

Basic Security Measures

• Data is stored using Chrome's standard storage mechanisms
• Communications with third parties use standard HTTPS
• No intentional data collection by QuizCrush developers

Security Limitations

• No guarantees against data breaches, loss, or unauthorized access
• Third-party service security is beyond our control
• Browser security vulnerabilities may affect the extension
• Users are responsible for their own data protection

4. User Data Responsibilities

YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR DATA. QuizCrush provides no guarantees about data recovery, backup, or preservation.

Data Management

Users may manage their local data by:

• Uninstalling the extension (may remove all local data)
• Using Chrome's extension settings (no guarantees of complete removal)
• Managing API keys and preferences (user responsibility)

Data Loss Disclaimer

QuizCrush is not responsible for:

• Data loss due to browser issues, updates, or crashes
• Inability to recover or export data
• Data corruption or inaccessibility
• Loss of study materials or settings

5. Third-Party Services and Disclaimers

OpenAI Integration

QuizCrush has no control over or responsibility for third-party services. When using OpenAI integration:

• Your data is sent directly to OpenAI (outside our control)
• OpenAI's terms and policies apply (we are not responsible for their practices)
• Service availability, accuracy, and security are not guaranteed
• API costs and usage limits are your responsibility
• We provide no support for third-party service issues

Third-Party Disclaimer

QuizCrush disclaims all responsibility for:

• Third-party service practices, policies, or security
• Changes to third-party terms, pricing, or availability
• Data breaches or privacy violations by third parties
• Service interruptions or technical failures

6. Data Retention and Liability

QuizCrush provides no guarantees about data retention or availability.

• Local data: May be lost at any time due to technical issues
• Third-party data: Governed by third-party policies (not our responsibility)
• No backups: We maintain no backups and cannot recover lost data
• Data loss: Users are solely responsible for any data loss consequences

7. Children's Privacy and Parental Responsibility

Parents and guardians are solely responsible for their children's use of QuizCrush.

• We cannot verify user ages or enforce age restrictions
• Parents must supervise and approve their children's use
• Parents are responsible for ensuring academic integrity compliance
• We provide no protections specific to minors
• Parents assume all risks associated with their children's use

8. International Data Transfers and Compliance

Users are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with their local laws and regulations.

• We provide no guarantees about legal compliance in any jurisdiction
• International data transfers occur outside our control
• Users must verify their own regulatory compliance
• We disclaim responsibility for any legal violations

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may modify this policy at any time without notice.

• Changes are effective immediately upon posting
• We have no obligation to notify users of changes
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of all changes
• Users are responsible for regularly reviewing this policy

10. Legal Compliance Disclaimers

QuizCrush makes no representations about legal compliance with any laws or regulations.

No Compliance Guarantees

• We do not guarantee GDPR, CCPA, or any other regulatory compliance
• Users are responsible for ensuring their own legal compliance
• Legal requirements may change without our knowledge
• We disclaim all liability for regulatory violations

User Legal Responsibility

• Users must determine applicable laws and regulations
• Users must ensure their use complies with all legal requirements
• We provide no legal advice or compliance guidance
• Users assume all legal risks associated with use