Summary: Browser Memory saves context from webpages you close. All capture data stays on your device. We do not receive your browsing data. No accounts. No analytics in the current beta build.

Who we are

Browser Memory is developed by Ivan Karpinsky.
Privacy: karpinskiyivann@gmail.com
Support: karpinskiyivann@gmail.com

What the extension processes

When you close or discard a tab

Data	Purpose
Page URL	Identify and reopen the page
Page title	Display and search in your list
Domain (from URL)	Display and domain filters
Favicon URL	Display when available
Scroll percentage	Approximate reading position when available
Time on page	Show how long the tab was open
Text selection snippet	Last highlighted text, up to 500 characters
Capture timestamp	Sort and filter your list
Capture trigger	Whether the tab was closed or discarded
Optional manual note	Text you type, up to 200 characters
Dismissed / reopened counts	Operate the inbox UI

Local settings (extension operation)

Data	Storage	Purpose
Onboarding completion	Browser local storage	Show onboarding once
Permission decision	Browser local storage	Remember your choice
Guided close trial events	Browser local storage	Complete first-run trial
Toast display counters	Browser local storage	Limit confirmation toast frequency
Optional Pin experiment flag	Browser local storage	Off by default; optional feature

What we do not collect

Passwords, form fields, or full page HTML
Your Chrome browsing history list (no history permission)
Cookies or authentication tokens
Activity while a tab remains open
Capture data sent to our servers — we have none for this purpose

Where data is stored

Captures are stored in your browser profile using built-in extension storage (including IndexedDB). Settings use Chrome’s local extension storage. Data is protected by your device and Chrome profile security — not separately encrypted by us.

When processing happens

Capture runs only when you close a tab or Chrome discards it (Memory Saver). Restricted URLs such as chrome:// pages are not captured.

Permissions

Permission	Why
`tabs`	Detect tab close and discard; read URL and title at that moment
`storage`	Save captures and settings locally
`sidePanel`	Show Recently Remembered inbox
`scripting`	Deliver confirmation toasts when needed
`http:///` and `https:///`	Read scroll, dwell, and optional selection at close time

We do not request history, cookies, or webRequest.

Your controls

View — open Browser Memory from the toolbar
Search / filter — in the side panel
Dismiss — hide individual captures
Add a note — optional field on a capture card
Export all — Options → JSON download
Delete all — Options → permanent delete on this device
Uninstall — remove extension; use Delete all first if you want captures removed

Data sharing

We do not sell your data. We do not share capture data with third parties in normal extension operation.

Beta feedback (outside the extension)

If you contact us by email during the beta, we receive only what you choose to write. The extension does not send captures to us.

Analytics and telemetry

The current beta build does not include analytics or telemetry SDKs.

Data retention

Captures remain on your device until you dismiss them, delete all, or remove your Chrome profile. We do not hold your captures on our servers.

Children

Browser Memory is not directed at children under 13.

International users

Data is processed and stored locally on your device. Contact karpinskiyivann@gmail.com with privacy questions.

Security

Local-only storage reduces remote breach risk. Anyone with access to your unlocked computer may access your browser profile. Avoid emailing capture exports with sensitive snippets unless necessary for support.

Changes

We may update this policy. The effective date at the top will change. Material changes will be reflected on this page.

Contact

Privacy: karpinskiyivann@gmail.com
Support: karpinskiyivann@gmail.com