# Privacy Policy for Notable

**Last Updated:** November 10, 2025

## Overview

Notable is a Chrome extension that provides a simple, fullscreen notebook that replaces your new tab page. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how our extension works.

## Information We Collect

### Data Stored Locally
- **Notes Content**: All notes you create are stored locally in your browser's storage
- **Note Metadata**: Information such as note titles, creation dates, and pin status
- **User Preferences**: Settings related to your use of the extension

### Data We Do NOT Collect
- We do not collect any personal information
- We do not track your browsing activity
- We do not send any data to external servers
- We do not use analytics or tracking services
- We do not collect usage statistics

## How Your Data is Stored

### Local Storage Only
- All your notes and data are stored exclusively in your browser's local storage
- Your data never leaves your device
- No cloud synchronization or backup services are used
- No accounts or sign-ups are required

### Data Security
- Your notes are stored using Chrome's secure storage APIs
- Data is isolated to your browser and cannot be accessed by other websites
- Only the Notable extension can access its stored data

## Permissions Used

Our extension requests the following Chrome permissions:

### Storage Permission
- **Purpose**: To save and retrieve your notes locally
- **Scope**: Limited to the extension's own storage space
- **Data Access**: Only data created within the Notable extension

### New Tab Override
- **Purpose**: To replace the default new tab page with the Notable interface
- **Scope**: Only affects new tab behavior
- **Data Access**: No additional data access beyond normal web page capabilities

## Data Sharing

- **We do not share any data** with third parties
- **We do not sell any data**
- **We do not transmit any data** outside your local browser
- **We do not use any external services** that could access your data

## Data Retention

- Your notes are retained locally until you choose to delete them
- Uninstalling the extension will remove all stored data
- You can manually delete individual notes at any time
- Clearing your browser data will remove all notes

## Your Rights and Controls

### Full Control Over Your Data
- **Create**: Add new notes at any time
- **Edit**: Modify any existing notes
- **Delete**: Remove individual notes or all data by uninstalling
- **Export**: While not built-in, your data remains in standard browser storage

### Data Portability
- Your notes are stored in a standard format within Chrome's storage
- You maintain full ownership of all content you create
- No vendor lock-in or proprietary formats are used

## Children's Privacy

Notable does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13. The extension is designed to work entirely offline with local storage only.

## Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected in the "Last Updated" date at the top of this document. Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

## Third-Party Services

Notable uses the following open-source libraries:
- **Editor.js**: For the rich text editing interface
- These libraries operate entirely within your browser and do not transmit data externally

## Contact Information

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or the Notable extension, you can:
- Review the source code (this is an open-source project)
- Submit issues or questions through the project repository

## Compliance

This privacy policy is designed to comply with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) principles

## Summary

**In simple terms**: Notable is a completely local, privacy-first note-taking extension. Your notes never leave your device, we don't collect any personal information, and you have full control over your data at all times.