Last updated: May 13, 2026
Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Privacy (we, us, or our) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy describes how the Privacy Extension for WhatsApp Privacy Chrome extension (the Extension) collects, uses, stores, shares, and otherwise processes information when you use it.
This policy is written to meet transparency expectations for the Chrome Web Store, including disclosure of all categories of user data we collect, how we use them, where they are stored, how long we keep them, and which parties may receive them (including service providers and user-directed destinations).
This policy applies to the Extension distributed through the Chrome Web Store and any in-product notices that reference this policy. It does not govern third-party websites or services (including WhatsApp or Meta) that you may access separately.
We collect information only where needed to provide the Extension’s features, keep it compatible with WhatsApp Web, operate optional license/entitlement features, and improve stability. Categories include:
When the Extension calls our backend APIs for entitlement or license binding, we may record additional diagnostic fields for those requests, such as:
Purpose: Operate and debug licensing/entitlement flows; not used for third-party advertising.
Some features (for example, scheduling-related behavior) may rely on time and locale context available on your device (including values inferred locally for display). Unless also included in telemetry fields described above, such context is processed locally to operate the feature.
active_code)If you enable Webhooks, you may configure one or more HTTP(S) endpoints that you control. When triggered, the Extension may send a payload you configure (which can include message-related data you selected) to those endpoints.
Important: Those endpoints are not operated by us. Data sent there is shared with the third party (or your own server) that operates each URL, under your configuration.
We use the information above to:
web.whatsapp.com.chrome.storage.local / chrome.storage.sync as applicable).watools.ai APIs.watools.ai when you remove the Extension (see section 5.2).wawebsender.com for a new-user guide / permission check request when the Extension needs that status (minimal parameters such as extension type).We do not sell your personal information. We do not use telemetry for third-party advertising.
| Permission | Why it is needed |
|---|---|
storage | Save preferences, identifiers, and settings locally. |
scripting | Inject or adjust scripts/UI in permitted pages when needed for features. |
alarms | Schedule time-based tasks used by the Extension. |
*.whatsapp.com) — Required for the Extension to function on WhatsApp Web.https://watools.ai/* and https://*.watools.ai/* (optional) — Used only if you grant optional host permission, for entitlement, binding, related web flows, and uninstall redirect.us-west-1.log.aliyuncs.com (HTTPS).https://wawebsender.com — Used for the new-user guide / permission check API (/api/extension/...).We disclose user data only as described in this policy or when required by law.
Recipient: Alibaba Cloud (Alibaba Cloud Log Service / related cloud services used under our account).
Region example: Log ingestion for this Extension is configured for us-west-1 (United States).
Role: Service provider / processor that stores and processes telemetry and diagnostic logs on our behalf.
Data may include: Event type, timestamps, UUID, install time, language, browser type, user agent, platform, Extension version, WhatsApp phone number and derived country label (when available), and API diagnostic fields described in section 2.4.
Retention: We configure automatic deletion of log data on a seven (7) day rolling basis (subject to our cloud configuration).
Not for sale: We do not permit Alibaba Cloud to use this data for its own advertising.
Recipient: Our services hosted under watools.ai (and dev.watools.ai for development/testing builds if applicable).
Role: Controller / operator of backend services.
Examples of processing:
https://watools.ai/waplus-privacy-uninstall?... which can include query parameters such as WhatsApp number, install time, country name/label, UUID, and Extension version, so we can understand uninstall patterns and improve support.Recipient: wawebsender.com (API host).
Role: Third-party API used for new-user guide / permission check with limited parameters (for example, extension type).
Transport: HTTPS.
Recipient: The operator of each URL you enter (which may be you or a third-party vendor).
Role: User-directed transfer — not controlled by us beyond sending what you configured.
We may disclose information if we believe in good faith that disclosure is required by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or to protect rights, safety, or security.
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, we will provide notice and continue to protect personal information consistent with this policy or notify you of changes.
Because we use cloud providers and domains that may process data in regions outside your country of residence (for example, log storage in United States regions on Alibaba Cloud), your information may be transferred across borders for the purposes in this policy. We rely on appropriate safeguards as required by applicable law (such as contractual protections with processors).
| Category | Retention (summary) |
|---|---|
| Local Extension preferences and cached identifiers | Until you clear site/extension data or uninstall. |
| Telemetry in Alibaba Cloud logs | Approximately 7 days, then automatic deletion per our configuration. |
Server-side entitlement / license records (watools.ai) | Retained as long as necessary to provide and audit the license or subscription you use. We delete or anonymize when no longer needed for that purpose, unless a longer period is required by law. |
Uninstall URL parameters received by watools.ai | Processed according to our server configuration for product improvement and support; contact us for deletion requests. |
If you need a specific retention schedule for server-side rows, email us — we will confirm what applies to your account.
watools.ai access: You can decline optional permissions that gate network access to watools.ai where the Extension allows it; some features may not function without them.The Extension is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have, contact us and we will delete it.
We may update this policy to reflect product or legal changes. We will revise the “Last updated” date and post the new policy at the same URL you use in the Chrome Web Store listing.
Questions or requests about this policy or your data:
Email: [email protected]