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Privacy Policy for TabSearch

Last updated: January 14, 2026

Overview

TabSearch is a browser extension designed to help you search, organize, and manage your browser tabs. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains our data practices.

Data Collection

We do not collect any data. TabSearch:

• Does not collect personally identifiable information
• Does not collect browsing history
• Does not collect health, financial, or authentication information
• Does not collect location data
• Does not track user activity
• Does not use analytics or telemetry

Local Storage

TabSearch stores minimal data locally on your device using Chrome's built-in storage API (chrome.storage.local). This includes:

• Tab metadata: Timestamps of when tabs were opened (to calculate tab age)
• User preferences: Your settings such as notification preferences and badge display options

This data:

• Never leaves your device
• Is not transmitted to any server
• Is not accessible to us or any third party
• Can be cleared at any time via the extension's settings page

Permissions

TabSearch requests the following browser permissions, used solely for local functionality:

• tabs: To read tab titles, URLs, and favicons for search and display purposes
• storage: To save tab timestamps and user preferences locally
• alarms: To periodically update the badge count and check for old tabs
• notifications: To optionally alert you about old tabs (can be disabled in settings)

Third-Party Services

TabSearch does not use any third-party services, APIs, or analytics platforms. The extension makes zero network requests.

Data Sharing

We do not share any data because we do not collect any data. Specifically:

• We do not sell or transfer user data to third parties
• We do not use data for advertising purposes
• We do not use data to determine creditworthiness

Data Security

Since all data remains on your local device and is managed by Chrome's secure storage API, your data is protected by your browser's built-in security mechanisms.

Children's Privacy

TabSearch does not collect any personal information from anyone, including children under 13 years of age.

Changes to This Policy

If we make changes to this privacy policy, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Your Rights

You have complete control over your data:

• View stored data: Check Chrome's extension storage in developer tools
• Delete data: Use the "Clear all stored data" button in the extension's settings
• Uninstall: Removing the extension deletes all associated local data

Contact

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, please open an issue on our GitHub repository.