# Privacy Policy for AI Search Inspector by Franz Enzenhofer **Last Updated:** November 23, 2025 **Effective Date:** November 23, 2025 **Version:** 1.0 ## Overview AI Search Inspector by Franz Enzenhofer ("the Extension") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle data when you use our Chrome extension. ## Short Version (TL;DR) **We do not collect, store, transmit, or share any of your personal data.** All data captured by the extension stays on your local device. We have no servers, no analytics, no tracking, and no data collection of any kind. ## Data Collection and Usage ### What Data Does the Extension Access? The Extension monitors network requests on ChatGPT websites (chat.openai.com, chatgpt.com) to capture: - Search queries made by ChatGPT - Search results returned from the web - API response data from ChatGPT's search functionality - Timestamps of search events ### Where Is This Data Stored? **All data is stored exclusively in your local browser storage** using Chrome's built-in storage APIs. This data: - Never leaves your computer - Is not transmitted to any external servers - Is not accessible to the extension developer - Is not shared with any third parties - Can be cleared at any time through Chrome's extension settings ### What Data Do We Collect From Users? **None.** We do not collect any data from users. We have: - No analytics or tracking systems - No error reporting to external servers - No user accounts or authentication - No cookies or tracking pixels - No third-party integrations that collect data ## Permissions Explanation The Extension requests the following permissions. Here's exactly why each is needed: ### storage **Why:** To save captured search data locally in your browser **What it accesses:** Only the extension's own storage space in Chrome **Data handling:** Stored locally, never transmitted ### tabs **Why:** To identify ChatGPT tabs and enable the side panel **What it accesses:** Tab URLs to detect ChatGPT pages **Data handling:** Only used for tab detection, not collected or stored ### scripting **Why:** To inject content scripts that monitor network activity **What it accesses:** ChatGPT web pages only **Data handling:** No data collection, only monitoring setup ### webRequest **Why:** To intercept and capture search queries in real-time **What it accesses:** Network requests on ChatGPT domains only **Data handling:** Captured data stored locally, never transmitted ### sidePanel **Why:** To display the inspector interface **What it accesses:** Side panel UI only **Data handling:** Display only, no data collection ### debugger **Why:** To attach to ChatGPT tabs for deep network monitoring **What it accesses:** Network activity on ChatGPT pages **Data handling:** Used for monitoring only, data stored locally ### Host Permissions (https://chat.openai.com/*, https://chatgpt.com/*, https://*.openai.com/*) **Why:** To monitor search activity specifically on ChatGPT websites **What it accesses:** Only these specific domains **Data handling:** Monitoring only, no external transmission ## Third-Party Services **We use no third-party services.** The Extension: - Does not connect to any external servers - Does not use any analytics services (no Google Analytics, etc.) - Does not integrate with any third-party APIs - Does not load any external scripts or resources ## Data Sharing and Disclosure **We do not share any data because we do not collect any data.** The Extension: - Does not sell data to third parties - Does not share data with advertisers - Does not provide data to analytics companies - Has no data to provide to law enforcement (all data is local to your device) ## Data Retention All captured data is stored in your local browser storage indefinitely until you: - Clear the extension data through Chrome settings - Uninstall the extension (which automatically clears its data) - Manually clear Chrome's extension storage The extension developer has no access to this data and cannot retain or delete it. ## Children's Privacy The Extension does not knowingly collect any data from anyone, including children under 13. Since we collect no data at all, there are no special considerations for children's data. ## International Data Transfers Since all data is stored locally on your device, there are no international data transfers of any kind. ## Your Rights You have complete control over your data: - **Access:** All data is visible in the extension's side panel - **Export:** Use the "Copy All" feature to export your data - **Delete:** Clear data through Chrome extension settings or by uninstalling - **Control:** All data stays on your device under your control ## Security Your data security is ensured by: - **Local Storage:** All data stays on your device - **No Transmission:** Data never sent over the internet - **No Servers:** We have no servers that could be breached - **Chrome Security:** Protected by Chrome's extension sandboxing ## Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted: - In the extension's GitHub repository - On the Chrome Web Store listing - In the extension's documentation Continued use of the Extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. ## Open Source The Extension is open source. You can review the complete source code at: https://github.com/franzenzenhofer/ai-search-inspector-simple This transparency allows you to verify that we handle data exactly as described in this policy. ## Contact If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the Extension's data handling: - **GitHub Issues:** https://github.com/franzenzenhofer/ai-search-inspector-simple/issues - **Developer:** Franz Enzenhofer ## Compliance This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with: - Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies - General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - Other applicable privacy regulations However, since we collect no personal data, most regulatory requirements do not apply. ## Disclaimer This Extension is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by OpenAI. "ChatGPT" is a trademark of OpenAI. The Extension simply monitors publicly visible network activity when you use ChatGPT. --- ## Summary **What we collect:** Nothing **What we store remotely:** Nothing **What we share:** Nothing **What stays local:** Everything the extension captures **Your control:** Complete By using AI Search Inspector by Franz Enzenhofer, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy. --- **Last Updated:** November 23, 2025 **Version:** 1.0