Privacy Policy

Last Updated: February 23, 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Emerald Nutrition (the "Extension"), developed by CartWatch, collects, uses, and protects information when you use our Chrome extension. We are committed to transparency and protecting your privacy.

1. Overview

Extension Name: Emerald Nutrition

Developer: CartWatch

Website: https://app.cartwatch.info

Contact: [email protected]

Emerald Nutrition is a Chrome extension designed to provide nutritional information and product insights when you browse supported online retailers. The Extension only operates on specific retailer websites you visit and does not track your general browsing activity.

2. Supported Websites

The Extension only activates and collects data when you visit the following retailer websites:

The Extension does not track or collect information from any other websites you visit.

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Product Information

When you visit a product page on one of the supported retailer websites, the Extension automatically extracts the following information:

This information is used solely to provide you with nutritional data and product insights for the item you are viewing.

3.2 Authentication and Account Data

If you choose to create an account with CartWatch:

Account creation is optional. The Extension provides core functionality without requiring an account.

3.3 User Preferences and Settings

The Extension stores your preferences locally in your browser, including:

This data is stored using Chrome's local storage and sync storage APIs and remains on your device.

3.4 Cookies

The Extension uses cookies for the following purposes:

These cookies are essential for the Extension's functionality when you are logged in.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

We do not:

5. Third-Party Services

The Extension communicates with the following third-party services to provide its functionality:

5.1 CartWatch API

Service: app.cartwatch.info

Purpose: Fetches nutritional information and product data for products you view

Data Shared: Product identifiers (UPC, product ID), authentication tokens (if logged in)

5.2 Open Food Facts

Service: world.openfoodfacts.org

Purpose: Provides additional nutritional data for food products

Data Shared: Product UPC/barcode

Privacy Policy: https://world.openfoodfacts.org/privacy

5.3 UPC Item Database

Service: api.upcitemdb.com

Purpose: Product barcode lookup service

Data Shared: Product UPC/barcode

5.4 Google Forms

Service: docs.google.com/forms

Purpose: User feedback collection

Data Shared: Any information you voluntarily provide in feedback forms

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

6. Data Storage and Security

6.1 Local Storage

Most of your data is stored locally on your device using Chrome's storage APIs. This includes:

This data remains on your device and is not automatically transmitted to our servers.

6.2 Server Storage

If you create an account, the following information is stored on CartWatch servers:

We implement reasonable security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (HTTPS) and secure authentication mechanisms.

6.3 Data Retention

Local data is retained until you uninstall the Extension or clear your browser data. Server-side account data is retained until you request account deletion.

7. Your Rights and Choices

7.1 Access and Correction

You can view and update your account information by logging into your CartWatch account at https://app.cartwatch.info.

7.2 Data Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us at [email protected]. Local data can be cleared by uninstalling the Extension or using your browser's data clearing tools.

7.3 Opt-Out

You can stop all data collection by simply uninstalling the Extension from your browser. Account creation and login are entirely optional.

7.4 Cookie Management

You can manage cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the Extension's functionality, particularly authentication features.

8. Children's Privacy

The Extension is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy. Continued use of the Extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://app.cartwatch.info

We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.

11. Consent

By installing and using the Emerald Nutrition Extension, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy.