Chrome extensions should show how they use your data

There are some limitations on how browser extensions can use your personal data. So soon, Chrome Extensions should show you how to use your data.

Google is working hard to combat Chrome’s problematic extensions. The giant wants to impose a number of conditions for greater transparency. The company introduces a new policy in January 2021, which will result in disclosure of how data is used in Chrome Web Store extensions.

Chrome extensions need to provide some information

Creators will need to explain the types of data they collect. For example, they need to tell users exactly how they can connect and whether their personally identifiable information is being used. They will also have to promise to stick to the new policy. Prohibits the sale of data to third parties, the use of data for unaffiliated purposes, and the use of data for credit checks and loans.

Extension manufacturers may already start providing the information they need, although it won’t be listed in the Chrome Web Store until January 18, 2021. Google will notify developer listings if they don’t make these disclosures by January 18.

“Beginning January 2021, the detail page of each Chrome Web Store extension will show the information provided by the developer about the data collected by the extension, in clear and easy-to-understand language. Data disclosure collection is available today for the developers. “, is shown in the Google blog.

However, the step Google will take will not eliminate those abusive app developers. All it can do is help us choose between manufacturers of malicious or opaque applications.

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