1) Who we are
Agate Business Consulting (“Agate,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) is a consulting and digital transformation firm. We publish the Company App Launcher as a utility to help organizations open pre-configured websites/apps quickly from a centralized JSON configuration.
Website: https://www.agatebc.com
Contact: https://staging.agatebc.com/contact-us/
2) Summary (plain language)
- We do not collect, transmit, sell, or share personal data through this Extension.
- All configuration happens locally in your browser.
- The Extension fetches a JSON file (defined by your administrator) and displays categorized links to open in new tabs/windows.
- We do not inject scripts into websites, track browsing history, or use analytics/advertising SDKs.
- Any personal data you voluntarily submit to us via our website or support channels is outside the Extension and governed by our website policies.
3) Scope of this policy
This policy covers data handled by the Extension itself. It does not cover:
- Data you submit to Agate via our website, email, or contact forms (governed by the website’s privacy practices).
- Data contained inside your organization’s JSON (for example, labels or URLs that your IT/team hosts). Your organization is responsible for the content of that JSON and any personal data that it may include.
4) Data the Extension processes
4.1 Configuration data you provide
- Configuration JSON URL (stored in Chrome’s extension storage).
- User preferences (e.g., “Open in a new window” toggle).
- Short-lived cache of the last-fetched JSON (to improve reliability/offline usage, typically ~5 minutes).
Purpose: operate the launcher as intended.
Where stored: locally in your browser (Chrome extension storage).
Retention: until you change settings, clear extension data, or uninstall the Extension; the JSON cache auto-expires.
4.2 JSON content (fetched data)
The Extension fetches a JSON file from the configured URL. The JSON is used to render categories and links; it is not transmitted to Agate or any third-party by the Extension. The JSON may be hosted by your organization; Agate does not control its contents.
Important: If your organization includes personal data in the JSON, your organization is the data controller for that personal data. The Extension merely displays it locally and lets users open links.
4.3 No other data collection
- No analytics, no tracking pixels, no advertising identifiers.
- No reading of page content or browsing history.
- No device identifiers are collected or transmitted by the Extension.
5) Chrome permissions we request (and why)
- storage — to save the configuration URL, user preferences, and a short-lived cache of the JSON locally.
- tabs — to open selected links in new tabs or a new window. We do not read tab contents or history.
- host_permissions — to fetch the JSON from the configured domain(s). We do not read, modify, or inject into web pages.
- contextMenus optional — to add convenience items (“About Agate Business Consulting”, “Contact Us”) under the extension icon. Selecting these opens our official pages.
We follow the principle of least privilege and request only what is necessary for core functionality.
6) How we use data
- Operate the Extension: load the JSON, display categories/links, and open selected items.
- Reliability: maintain a short-lived local cache to improve load speed and provide graceful behavior if the JSON host is temporarily unavailable.
- No onward transfers: the Extension does not send data to Agate’s servers.
7) Data retention & deletion
- Settings & cache: remain in Chrome extension storage until you change them or uninstall the Extension. The cache auto-expires (~5 minutes).
- How to delete:
- Open chrome://extensions, locate Company App Launcher, and click Remove to delete the Extension and its local storage; or
- In the Extension’s options, clear/reset your configuration URL and preferences.
8) Security
- All processing occurs client-side in your browser.
- We do not maintain back-end servers for this Extension.
- Your organization should host the JSON over HTTPS and secure access appropriately.
- As with all browser extensions, your local environment’s security (OS, browser, endpoint protection, organizational policies) contributes to overall protection.
9) Children’s privacy
The Extension is a business utility and is not directed to children. It should be installed by adults or enterprise administrators. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.
10) International data transfers
The Extension does not transmit data to Agate or third parties. If your organization hosts the JSON on infrastructure in a particular country/region, the fetch request is made directly from the browser to that host according to your organization’s setup.
11) Your rights and choices
11.1 If you are an end-user
- You can remove the Extension at any time (see §7).
- You can change or clear the configuration URL and preferences in the options page.
- If personal data appears inside the JSON (e.g., your name in a label) and you want to exercise data-subject rights (access, deletion, correction, etc.), please contact your organization/administrator, who controls the JSON.
11.2 If you interact with Agate outside the Extension
If you provide personal data to Agate via our website or support channels, your rights under applicable laws (e.g., GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, India’s Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023) may include access, correction, deletion, portability, and restriction/objection, subject to statutory limits. Use our contact link below to submit a request.
12) Legal bases (EEA/UK only)
Because the Extension itself does not collect or transmit personal data to Agate, typical GDPR legal bases are not engaged for Extension operations.
Where you contact us via our website or support, we generally process data on the basis of legitimate interests (to respond to your inquiry, provide support) or contract (to deliver requested services), and to meet legal obligations where applicable.
13) Third-party services
The Extension does not embed analytics, ad networks, or other third-party SDKs.
Any websites you open using the launcher are governed by their own privacy policies and terms.
14) Changes to this policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect improvements or regulatory changes. Updates will be posted with a revised Effective date. Material changes will be highlighted in the policy text.
16) Developer disclosure for Chrome Web Store (summary)
- Single purpose: Provide a launcher UI that reads a JSON configuration and opens selected links.
- Data collection: None by the Extension.
- Permissions rationale: storage (settings, short-lived cache), tabs (open links), host_permissions (fetch JSON), contextMenus (optional quick links).
- Remote code: None. The Extension does not execute remotely hosted code and complies with Manifest V3.
- Data sharing/sale: None.
About Agate Business Consulting
Agate Business Consulting is a consulting and digital transformation firm dedicated to enabling operational excellence, agility, and strategic growth for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Founded in 2020, we specialize in crafting tailored solutions that blend strategic insight, hands-on execution, and modern technology. We transform customers by transforming their strategy, people, processes, products, and partners (stakeholders) through creative and innovative solutions.