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Hoosat Wallet Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 11, 2025

Overview

Hoosat Wallet is a browser extension for managing Hoosat (HTN) cryptocurrency. We are committed to protecting your privacy.

Data Collection

We do NOT collect, store, or transmit any personal data to external servers.

All data is stored locally in your browser using Chrome's storage API.

What Data is Stored Locally

  • Encrypted private key (AES-256 encryption)
  • Wallet address
  • Transaction history (sent transactions only)
  • Connected DApp permissions
  • User preferences

No External Data Transmission

  • Your private keys never leave your device
  • No analytics or tracking
  • No third-party data sharing
  • No cookies or tracking pixels

Blockchain Interaction

The extension connects to Hoosat blockchain nodes to:

  • Query wallet balance
  • Broadcast signed transactions
  • Retrieve UTXO data

These connections are necessary for wallet functionality and do not expose personal information.

Permissions Used

  • Storage: To save encrypted wallet data locally
  • ActiveTab: To enable DApp connections
  • Host Permissions: To inject wallet provider into web pages

Security

  • Private keys are encrypted with AES-256
  • Password is never stored
  • Auto-lock after 30 minutes of inactivity
  • All transactions require user confirmation

User Control

You have full control over your data:

  • Delete wallet data anytime via "Reset Wallet"
  • No account registration required
  • No data recovery by developers (backup your private key!)

Third-Party Services

We do NOT use any third-party analytics, tracking, or advertising services.

Children's Privacy

This extension is not intended for users under 18 years of age.

Changes to Privacy Policy

We may update this policy. Changes will be reflected in the extension and on this page.

Contact

For questions or concerns:

Open Source

The source code is available for review at: https://github.com/Namp88/hooast-web-extension


By using Hoosat Wallet, you agree to this privacy policy.

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