Privacy Policy for PageScoutAI

Last Updated: November 28, 2024

⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS

USE AT YOUR OWN RISK: PageScoutAI is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind. Users assume all responsibility for the use of this extension and any consequences thereof.

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES: This extension integrates with third-party services (Google Firebase, Google Gemini AI) which have their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for their practices or availability.

USER-PROVIDED API KEYS: Users must provide their own Google Gemini API keys. We are not responsible for API usage, costs, or compliance with Google's terms of service.

1. Introduction

PageScoutAI ("we," "our," "us," or "the extension") is a Chrome browser extension that provides AI-powered web page analysis. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and handle your information when you use our extension.

BY USING PAGESCOUTAI, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THIS PRIVACY POLICY AND ALL APPLICABLE TERMS OF SERVICE.

2. Information We Collect and Store

We collect and store several types of information when you use our extension:

2.1 Personally Identifiable Information

What we collect: Email addresses for account registration

Where stored: Google Firebase Authentication services

Local storage: Chrome extension storage and browser localStorage as backup

Purpose: User account creation, authentication, and service access management

2.2 Authentication and Security Information

What we collect:

Where stored: Firebase Authentication, Firestore database, and local browser storage

Purpose: Secure user authentication and AI chat functionality using personal API keys

2.3 Web Browsing History and Context

What we collect:

Collection method: Only when you explicitly select browser tabs for AI analysis

Where stored: Temporarily in memory, included in conversation history stored in Firestore

Purpose: Provide context for AI analysis of web content you choose to analyze

2.4 User Activity and Interaction Data

What we collect:

Where stored: Local browser storage and Firestore database

Purpose: Enhance user experience, maintain conversation history, and provide personalized service

2.5 Website Content and Extracted Data

What we collect:

Collection method: Content extraction scripts run only on pages/tabs you explicitly select

Where stored: Temporarily processed, permanently stored in Firestore as part of conversation history

Purpose: Enable AI-powered analysis and responses about web content you choose to analyze

2.6 System Logs and Technical Data

What we collect:

Where stored: Server logs, Firebase logging services, and local browser console

Purpose: System maintenance, debugging, security monitoring, and service improvement

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

4. Data Storage, Location, and Security

4.1 Where Your Data is Stored

4.2 Security Measures

We implement security measures including:

However, no security system is perfect. We cannot guarantee the absolute security of your data.

5. Third-Party Services and Data Sharing

5.1 Required Third-Party Integrations

Our extension requires the following third-party services to function:

These services process your data according to their own privacy policies and terms of service. We are not responsible for their data handling practices.

5.2 Data Sharing Circumstances

We may share your personal information in the following situations:

6. Data Retention and Deletion

Data Retention: We retain personal information as long as necessary to provide services or as required by law. Conversation history and web content may be stored indefinitely unless you delete your account.

Account Deletion: You may delete your account and associated data through the extension interface. However, some data may remain in backups or logs for technical and legal reasons.

Automatic Deletion: We do not automatically delete user data. Deletion is only performed upon explicit user request.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Note: Exercising these rights may limit or prevent your ability to use the extension.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to, stored in, and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including the United States and other countries where Google operates data centers. These countries may have different data protection laws than your jurisdiction.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

10. API Key Usage and Responsibility

USER RESPONSIBILITY: You are solely responsible for:

11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES: PAGESCOUTAI IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE DEVELOPERS, CONTRIBUTORS, AND ASSOCIATED PARTIES OF PAGESCOUTAI SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

ASSUMPTION OF RISK: BY USING THIS EXTENSION, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE AND ASSUME ALL RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH ITS USE.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Governing Law and Disputes

This Privacy Policy and any disputes arising from or related to it shall be governed by the laws of the jurisdiction where the user resides, without regard to conflict of law principles.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, you may contact us at:

Email: parjanyaroy2021@gmail.com

Extension: PageScoutAI Chrome Extension

Please note: Response times may vary, and support is provided on a best-effort basis.

15. Effective Date and Acceptance

This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above. By installing, accessing, or using PageScoutAI, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by the terms of this Privacy Policy.

FINAL NOTICE: This extension is provided as-is for educational and productivity purposes. Users are responsible for their own data security, API key management, and compliance with all applicable laws and third-party terms of service.


This privacy policy was last updated on November 28, 2024. Version 1.0