Privacy Policy for CatsUpNorth (extension)

Effective Date: April 26, 2025

CatsUpNorth.com ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome extension, CatsUpNorth (the "Extension"). The Extension enables users to create custodial wallets for Monero (XMR) and Bitcoin (BTC), participate in chat functionalities, and send tips to other users. By using the Extension, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the Extension.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use the Extension:

a. Personal Information

  • Account Information: When you create an account, we may collect personal information such as your username, or other identifiers you provide.
  • Payment Information: If you purchase services or send tips, we may collect payment details (e.g., cryptocurrency transaction details) through our third-party payment processors.

b. Cryptocurrency Wallet Information

  • Public Keys and Transaction Data: We collect public wallet addresses and transaction data (e.g., amounts, timestamps, and recipient addresses) for XMR and BTC transactions processed through the Extension’s custodial wallet services.
  • Private Keys: For custodial wallets, we securely store private keys on your behalf. These keys are encrypted and managed by our trusted third-party custodians to facilitate wallet operations.

c. Chat and Tipping Data

  • Chat Content: We collect messages you send or receive in the Extension’s chat feature to enable communication between users.
  • Tipping Data: We collect information about tips sent or received, including the sender’s and recipient’s wallet addresses, tip amounts, and transaction timestamps.

d. Usage Data

  • Technical Data: We collect information about your interaction with the Extension via the Chrome Store. We do not collect IP address or other personal information.
  • Opt Out of Technical Data: Install the extension from github to avoid Chrome Store metric collection (see download page).

e. Information from Third Parties

  • We may receive information from third-party services (e.g., KYC providers, payment processors, or blockchain networks) to verify identities, process transactions, or enhance the Extension’s functionality.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To Provide and Operate the Extension:
    • Create and manage virtual XMR and BTC wallets.
    • Facilitate secure cryptocurrency transactions and tipping.
    • Enable chat functionality and store chat history.
  • To Comply with Legal Obligations:
    • Comply with applicable laws, regulations, or legal requests (e.g., subpoenas or tax reporting).
  • To Improve the Extension:
    • Analyze usage data to enhance performance, fix bugs, and develop new features.
    • Monitor crash reports and logs to ensure stability.
  • To Secure the Extension:
    • Protect against unauthorized access, fraud, or security threats.
    • Encrypt and safeguard private keys and sensitive data.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal information to third parties. However, we may share your information in the following circumstances:

  • Chats and Threads are Public: Any chats or threads created on catsupnorth.com are public information and users should not expect privacy even when accessing password protected threads, which can be accessed by any other user who is given the password.
  • For Legal Purposes: We may disclose your information to comply with legal obligations, respond to government requests, or protect our rights, property, or safety (or that of our users).
  • With Your Consent: We may share your information if you explicitly authorize us to do so (e.g., sharing chat content or tipping details with other users as part of the Extension’s functionality).
  • In Business Transfers: If we undergo a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the transaction. We will notify you of any such transfer and provide options where required by law.

4. Data Storage and Security

  • Storage:
    • Any personal information provided, and chat data are stored on secure servers managed by our cloud service providers.
    • Blockchain transaction data (e.g., public keys and transaction records) is stored on the respective XMR and BTC blockchains, which are publicly accessible by design.
  • Security Measures:
    • We use encryption (e.g., AES-256 for private keys, TLS for data transmission) to protect your data.
    • We implement access controls, regular security audits, and monitoring to prevent unauthorized access.
    • Despite our efforts, no system is completely secure. In the event of a data breach, we will notify affected users and regulators as required by law.

5. Your Choices and Rights

  • Account Management:
    • You can update or delete your account information by contacting us at support@catsupnorth.com.
    • Deleting your account may not remove blockchain transaction data, as it is stored on immutable public ledgers (XMR and BTC blockchains).
  • Chat and Tipping:
    • You can control the content you share in chats. Be cautious, as chat messages may be visible to other users.
    • Tipping transactions are recorded on the blockchain and cannot be reversed or deleted.
  • Data Access and Portability:
    • You may request access to or a copy of your personal information by contacting us.
  • Opt-Out:
    • You can opt out of non-essential communications (e.g., promotional emails) by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails.
  • Regional Rights:
    • Depending on your location (e.g., EU/EEA under GDPR, California under CCPA), you may have additional rights, such as the right to request data deletion, restrict processing, or object to certain uses. Contact us to exercise these rights.

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

  • The Extension may use cookies or similar technologies (e.g., local storage) to store preferences, authenticate users, or collect usage data.
  • You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the Extension’s functionality.

7. Third-Party Services

  • The Extension integrates with third-party services, such as:
    • AWS S3 for data backups.
    • Payment processors for fiat or cryptocurrency transactions.
    • Blockchain networks (XMR and BTC) for wallet operations.
  • These services have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review. We are not responsible for the practices of third-party services.

8. Children’s Privacy

  • The Extension is not intended for users under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we learn that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it.

9. International Data Transfers

  • Your information may be processed in countries other than your own, including the United States, where our servers or service providers are located.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

  • We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy in the Extension or via email. Your continued use of the Extension after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Cats Up North
Support@CatsUpNorth.com