Privacy Policy for Bastion X-Ray

Effective Date: September 19, 2024

1. Introduction

Bastion X-Ray ("we," "us," or "our") is a Chrome extension designed to help users access paywalled articles through the Wayback Machine. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our extension.

2. Information We Collect

When you use Bastion X-Ray, we may collect the following types of information:

• URL Input: The URL you enter into the extension to unlock articles. This information is used solely for the purpose of archiving the specified URL.
• Active Tab Information: We may access the URL of the currently active tab in your browser to pre-fill the input field in the extension. This information is not stored or transmitted beyond the immediate functionality of the extension.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To facilitate the archiving of URLs you provide.
• To enhance user experience by pre-filling the URL input field with the active tab's URL.

4. Sharing Your Information

We do not share, sell, or disclose your information to any third parties. The information you provide is used solely for the functionality of the Bastion X-Ray extension.

5. Data Security

We take the security of your information seriously. While we strive to protect your information, please be aware that no method of transmission over the internet or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee its absolute security.

6. Third-Party Services

Bastion X-Ray utilizes the Wayback Machine service to archive URLs. When you use our extension to archive a URL, you will be redirected to the Wayback Machine's website. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party services.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at mail@bastiontech.org.

9. Consent

By using the Bastion X-Ray extension, you consent to our Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.