Privacy Policy for Random Pokemon Generator

Last Updated: January 24, 2026

Introduction

Random Pokemon Generator (“we”, “our”, or “the extension”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our Chrome extension handles user data.

Data Collection

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

The Random Pokemon Generator Extension:

✅ Does NOT collect any personal information
✅ Does NOT track user behavior or browsing history
✅ Does NOT use cookies or similar tracking technologies
✅ Does NOT access or modify any websites you visit
✅ Does NOT require user registration or login
✅ Does NOT communicate with analytics or tracking servers
✅ Does NOT share any data with third parties

How the Extension Works

The Random Pokemon Generator is a simple randomization tool that:

Displays Static Pokemon Data: All Pokemon information (1,350+ Pokemon names and IDs) is embedded directly in the extension code
Local Operation: Random Pokemon selection happens entirely on your local device with no data transmission
No User Data Storage: The extension does not store any information about your Pokemon selections, preferences, or usage patterns
Popup Only: The extension only provides a popup interface when you click the extension icon - it does not inject any code into websites you visit
External Images: Pokemon images are loaded from our official website (randompokegen.cc) for display purposes only

External Resources

The extension loads Pokemon images from:

Source: https://randompokegen.cc/img/sprites/
Purpose: Display high-quality Pokemon artwork
Privacy: These image requests do not include any personal information or tracking data
Note: Standard web server logs may record image requests (IP address, timestamp) as with any website image load, but this data is not used for tracking or profiling

Permissions

The Random Pokemon Generator Extension requests MINIMAL permissions from Chrome:

No Storage Permission: We don’t save any user data or preferences
No Host Permissions: We don’t access or modify any websites you visit
No Location Access: We don’t track your location
No Identity Information: We don’t access your identity
No Browsing History: We don’t access your browsing history

Third-Party Services

The extension includes a link to the official Random Pokemon Generator website (randompokegen.cc). When you click this link:

You will be directed to an external website
That website’s own privacy policy will apply
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites

Children’s Privacy

The Random Pokemon Generator Extension does not knowingly collect any information from anyone, including children under the age of 13. The extension is designed to be a safe, fun tool with no data collection capabilities.

Data Security

Since we do not collect, store, or transmit any user data, there are no data security concerns related to personal information. All Pokemon data displayed in the extension is public information from the Pokemon franchise.

Your Rights

Since we do not collect any personal data, there is no user data to:

Access
Correct
Delete
Export
Restrict processing of

The extension respects your privacy by design - no data collection means no privacy concerns.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the extension or applicable laws. When we make changes:

The “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy will be revised
Significant changes will be communicated through the extension’s Chrome Web Store listing
Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

Open Source

The Random Pokemon Generator Extension is transparent about its operation. You can verify our privacy claims by:

Reviewing the extension’s manifest.json file
Inspecting the extension code through Chrome’s developer tools
Contacting us with any concerns

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or the Random Pokemon Generator Extension, please contact us:

Website: https://randompokegen.cc

Compliance

This extension complies with:

✅ GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) - We don’t collect any personal data from EU users
✅ CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) - We don’t sell or share any personal information
✅ COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act) - We don’t collect any information from children
✅ Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies - We follow all Chrome extension guidelines

Summary

In Plain English:

The Random Pokemon Generator Extension is a simple, privacy-friendly tool that:

Shows you randomly selected Pokemon from a database of 1,350+ Pokemon
Works entirely on your device with no user data collection
Only loads Pokemon images from our website for display
Doesn’t collect, store, or share ANY of your personal data
Doesn’t need invasive Chrome permissions
Is completely safe to use

You can use this extension with complete confidence that your privacy is fully protected.

Additional Information

What Data Does the Extension Access?

None. The extension does not access:

Your browsing history
Your bookmarks
Your downloads
Your location
Your identity
Any websites you visit
Any forms you fill out
Any passwords or credentials

Does the Extension Use Analytics?

No. We do not use:

Google Analytics
Crash reporting tools
Usage tracking services
Heat mapping tools
A/B testing platforms
User behavior monitoring
Any other analytics or telemetry services

Can You Track Me?

No. The extension:

Has no ability to track your online activity
Does not know which websites you visit
Cannot identify you personally
Does not create any user profiles
Does not build any behavioral patterns
Does not monitor your Pokemon selections

Is My Data Sold?

No. Since we don’t collect any data, there is nothing to sell. We have no business model based on user data. This extension is provided as a free tool for Pokemon fans.

What About Pokemon Images?

Pokemon images are loaded from randompokegen.cc when displayed in the extension. This is similar to viewing images on any website:

No personal data is sent with image requests
Standard web server logs may record the request (IP address, timestamp)
This data is not used to track or profile users
Images are only loaded when you generate Pokemon

Legal Basis for Data Processing (GDPR)

Under GDPR, we are required to provide a legal basis for processing personal data. However:

We do not process any personal data, therefore no legal basis is required. The extension does not engage in any data processing activities as defined under GDPR Article 4(2).

Your California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have specific rights under CCPA. However:

We do not collect any personal information from California residents or any other users. Since no personal information is collected, CCPA rights regarding data access, deletion, and opt-out do not apply.

CCPA Disclosure Categories

For transparency, here are the CCPA disclosure categories:

Category	Collected	Sold	Shared
Identifiers (name, email, IP)	NO	NO	NO
Personal information	NO	NO	NO
Protected classifications	NO	NO	NO
Commercial information	NO	NO	NO
Biometric information	NO	NO	NO
Internet activity	NO	NO	NO
Geolocation data	NO	NO	NO
Sensory data	NO	NO	NO
Professional information	NO	NO	NO
Education information	NO	NO	NO
Inferences	NO	NO	NO

International Users

This extension is available worldwide. Regardless of your location:

We do not collect personal data from any users
Your privacy is protected by design
Local privacy laws are respected through our zero-data-collection approach

Retention Period

N/A - Since we do not collect any data, there is no retention period. No user data exists to be retained or deleted.

Automated Decision Making

The extension does not engage in any automated decision-making or profiling activities. The random Pokemon selection is purely algorithmic with no user profiling involved.

Pokemon and Nintendo

Disclaimer: Pokemon is a trademark of Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc. This extension is a fan-made tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Nintendo, The Pokemon Company, or GAME FREAK. All Pokemon names, images, and data are property of their respective owners.

Data Breach Notification

Since we do not collect or store any user data, there is no risk of a data breach involving personal information. In the unlikely event of any security concerns with the extension itself, we will:

Update the extension immediately
Notify users through the Chrome Web Store listing
Provide clear information about any necessary actions

Right to Lodge a Complaint

If you believe your privacy rights have been violated, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority. However, since we do not collect any personal data, there should be no privacy concerns.

EU users can find their data protection authority at: https://edpb.europa.eu/about-edpb/board/members_en

Pokemon Fans, Your Privacy Matters!

We created Random Pokemon Generator as a simple, fun tool for the Pokemon community. We believe great apps don’t need to spy on users. Enjoy discovering random Pokemon with complete peace of mind about your privacy.

This privacy policy is effective as of January 24, 2026 and will remain in effect except with respect to any changes in its provisions in the future, which will be in effect immediately after being posted on this page.