Privacy Policy for Tab Saver Extension
Last Updated: July 26, 2025
Summary: Tab Saver is a privacy-focused browser extension that stores all your data locally on your device. We do not collect, transmit, or access any of your personal data.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Data Stored Locally
Tab Saver stores the following information locally on your device using the browser's storage API:
- Tab Information: URLs, page titles, and favicon URLs of tabs you choose to save
- Session Data: Names you assign to saved sessions and creation/usage timestamps
- User Preferences: Theme settings and other customization options
- Subscription Status: Whether you have a premium subscription (stored locally)
1.2 Data We Do NOT Collect
- We do not access or store your browsing history
- We do not read the content of web pages you visit
- We do not collect personal information such as name, email, or address
- We do not track your browsing behavior across websites
- We do not store passwords or sensitive form data
2. How We Use Your Information
The data collected is used exclusively for the following purposes:
- Core Functionality: Saving and restoring your selected browser tabs
- Session Management: Organizing your saved tabs into named sessions
- User Experience: Maintaining your preferences and settings
- Import/Export: Allowing you to backup and restore your sessions
3. Data Storage and Security
3.1 Local Storage
All your data is stored locally on your device using Chrome's storage API. This data never leaves your computer unless you explicitly export it.
3.2 Security Measures
- Content Security Policy (CSP) implemented to prevent code injection
- No external scripts or resources loaded
- Strict permission model - only accesses necessary browser APIs
- Input validation and sanitization to prevent XSS attacks
4. Browser Permissions
Tab Saver requests the following browser permissions:
- "tabs": To read tab information (URL, title, favicon) for saving sessions
- "storage": To save your sessions and preferences locally
- "activeTab": To access information about the currently active tab
- "notifications": To show success/error messages for your actions
Important: Tab Saver cannot save certain browser pages (like chrome:// pages, extension pages, or local files) due to browser security restrictions.
5. Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not share your data with any third parties. Tab Saver operates entirely offline and does not communicate with external servers or services.
5.1 No Analytics or Tracking
- No Google Analytics or similar tracking services
- No error reporting to external services
- No usage statistics collection
- No advertising networks or partners
6. Your Rights and Choices
6.1 Data Control
You have complete control over your data:
- Delete: Remove individual sessions or all data at any time
- Export: Download your sessions as a JSON file for backup
- Import: Restore sessions from a previously exported file
- Uninstall: Removing the extension deletes all stored data
6.2 Data Portability
The export function allows you to:
- Create backups of your sessions
- Transfer data between devices
- Move to other tab management solutions
7. Premium Features
Premium subscription information is stored locally and may include:
- Subscription status and expiration date
- Email address for subscription restoration (if provided)
- Feature access permissions
Note: Premium subscription data is also stored locally and is not transmitted to external servers.
8. Children's Privacy
Tab Saver does not knowingly collect or store any information from users under the age of 13. The extension is designed to work locally without any data transmission, making it safe for users of all ages.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Significant changes will be communicated through the extension's update notes
- Continued use of the extension constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
10. Contact Information
11. Technical Details
11.1 Data Format
Session data is stored in JSON format containing:
- Session name and metadata (creation date, usage count)
- Array of tab objects with URL, title, and favicon URL
- No sensitive content or page data is stored
11.2 Storage Limitations
- Free users: Limited to 5 saved sessions
- Premium users: Unlimited sessions
- Storage is subject to browser's local storage limits
Privacy by Design: Tab Saver was built with privacy as a core principle. All functionality works offline, ensuring your browsing data remains private and secure on your device.
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all users of the Tab Saver browser extension.