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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 2024

Thank you for using PicHound (hereinafter referred to as “the Extension”). We take your privacy very seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information.

1. Information Collection

1.1 Information We Collect

The Extension may collect the following types of information:

  • Device Information: Device identifiers, browser version, used for software activation and device binding
  • License Information: Your license key and activation status
  • Usage Data: Basic usage statistics (anonymous)

1.2 Information We Do NOT Collect

  • We do NOT collect the images you download
  • We do NOT collect your browsing history
  • We do NOT collect the content of web pages you visit
  • We do NOT collect your account passwords or other sensitive information
  • All image downloads are done locally

2. Extension Permissions

The Extension requires the following browser permissions:

  • Access to web content: To detect and extract images from pages
  • Download permission: To save images to your local device
  • Storage permission: To save extension settings and license information

These permissions are used solely to implement extension features and will not be used for other purposes.

3. Use of Information

The information we collect is used only for:

  • Verifying the validity of software licenses
  • Managing device activation and unbinding
  • Improving software performance and user experience
  • Providing technical support

4. Information Storage

  • Your data is stored on secure servers
  • We use industry-standard encryption to protect data transmission
  • License-related data will be retained for the duration of your license validity

5. Information Sharing

We do NOT sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to external parties, except:

  • With your explicit consent
  • As required by law
  • To protect our legitimate interests

6. Local Data

All core features of the Extension run locally:

  • Image detection and downloading are done locally
  • Downloaded images are saved to your specified local directory
  • Extension settings are stored in browser local storage
  • You can clear local data at any time

7. Third-Party Services

The Extension may use the following third-party services:

  • Payment Services: For processing purchase transactions (handled by third-party payment platforms)
  • Reverse Image Search: Using third-party search engines (such as Google, Baidu, etc.)

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your personal information
  • Unbind devices and stop using the Extension

9. Children’s Privacy

The Extension is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

10. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated policies will be posted on this page with the update date noted.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

By using the Extension, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.