Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 25, 2024

1. Introduction

Search Mate ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome extension.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

3. How We Use Your Information

4. Data Storage and Security

All your saved searches and preferences are stored locally in your browser. We do not transmit or store your data on external servers. Your data remains private and secure on your device.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share, sell, or disclose your personal information to third parties. Your data is only accessible to you and the extension itself.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

7. Chrome Web Store Compliance

Search Mate complies with the Chrome Web Store's Developer Program Policies, including:

8. Chrome Extension Permissions

Search Mate requires specific permissions to provide its functionality. Here's how we use each permission:

8.1 activeTab Permission

The activeTab permission is required to allow the extension to access the currently active tab when the user interacts with the extension. This enables the extension to detect the search queries performed on various websites and save them for future use. No background data collection occurs, and access is granted only when the user explicitly interacts with the extension.

8.2 storage Permission

The storage permission is needed to locally save users' search queries within the extension. This ensures that saved searches remain available even after closing and reopening the browser. All data is stored locally on the user's device, ensuring privacy and security.

8.3 scripting Permission

The scripting permission is required to inject scripts into web pages when a user saves or recalls a search query. This allows the extension to extract search parameters from a webpage and reinsert them when executing a saved search.

8.4 tabs Permission

The tabs permission is used to open saved searches in a new tab when requested by the user. It allows the extension to manage browser tabs efficiently and improve user workflow by opening predefined searches instantly.

8.5 webNavigation Permission

The webNavigation permission is used to detect when a user performs a search on a supported website. This helps in capturing and structuring search parameters efficiently, ensuring seamless retrieval of saved queries. No browsing history is tracked or stored.

8.6 webRequest Permission

The webRequest permission is required to analyze search query structures on certain websites. This enables the extension to recognize search parameters and provide users with an efficient way to store and recall them. No personal data or browsing history is collected.

8.7 Host Permission

The extension requests host permissions to interact with search input fields on websites where users want to save searches. It enables the extension to detect, store, and replay searches efficiently. The extension does not track or collect browsing data beyond user-initiated search queries.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: contact@searchmate.tech

Last updated: March 25, 2024