Privacy Policy for PromptVault Chrome Extension
Last Updated: October 07, 2025
Introduction
PromptVault (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our Chrome Extension handles your information when you use our AI prompt management service.
Information We Collect
Data You Provide
- Prompts: Text content you create and save within the extension
- Categories: Organization labels you assign to group your prompts
- Labels: Tags you add to prompts for better organization and searchability
- Titles: Names you give to your saved prompts
Data We Do NOT Collect
- Personal identifying information (name, email, phone number)
- Browsing history or website activity outside of supported AI platforms
- Account credentials or login information for any services
- Analytics, usage tracking, or telemetry data
- Device information beyond what’s necessary for basic functionality
- Any data from AI platform conversations or responses
How We Store Your Data
Local Storage Only
- All your prompts, categories, labels, and settings are stored locally on your device using Chrome’s local storage API
- No data is transmitted to our servers or any third-party services
- Your data never leaves your browser or device unless you explicitly export it
- No cloud storage, no synchronization, no external servers involved
Data Persistence
- Data persists across browser sessions on the same device
- Data is tied to your specific Chrome profile on your device
- Uninstalling the extension will permanently remove all stored data
- Data does not sync across multiple devices or browsers
How We Use Your Data
Your locally stored data is used exclusively to:
- Display your saved prompts in the extension sidebar interface
- Insert selected prompts into supported AI platform text fields when you click “Insert”
- Organize and categorize prompts according to your preferences
- Enable search and filtering functionality within your prompt collection
- Export your data when you choose to download it as a CSV file
Data Sharing and Transmission
We Do Not Share Your Data
- Zero data transmission to external servers
- No data sharing with third parties
- No data selling or monetization
- No analytics or tracking services
- The extension operates entirely offline regarding your personal data
AI Platform Interaction
- When you insert a prompt, it goes directly from local storage to the AI platform’s input field
- We do not intercept, store, or analyze any content you submit to AI platforms
- We do not monitor your interactions with AI platforms
- Each AI platform has its own privacy policy governing how they handle submitted content
Supported AI Platforms
The extension can insert prompts into the following platforms:
- ChatGPT (chat.openai.com)
- Claude (claude.ai)
- Gemini (gemini.google.com)
- DeepSeek (chat.deepseek.com)
- Grok (grok.x.ai)
- Bing Chat (bing.com/chat)
- perplexity.ai (Perplexity)
Important: We only interact with the text input fields on these platforms. We do not collect any data from these sites or monitor your usage of them.
Data Security
Local Security Measures
- Data is stored using Chrome’s secure local storage API
- Access is limited to the extension’s context only
- No encryption beyond Chrome’s built-in security measures
- No external attack vectors since there’s no network communication
Platform Integration Security
- Content scripts only interact with designated text input elements
- No data collection from AI platform interfaces beyond prompt insertion
- Minimal permissions requested (only what’s necessary for core functionality)
- No background data processing or monitoring
Your Data Rights and Control
Complete Data Control
- You have full ownership and control over all your data
- Edit, delete, or modify any prompt at any time
- Create, rename, or delete categories as needed
- Export all your data as a CSV file for backup or transfer
- Permanently delete all data by uninstalling the extension
Data Portability
- Export functionality allows you to download your entire prompt collection
- CSV format ensures compatibility with spreadsheet applications and other tools
- No proprietary formats or vendor lock-in
- Easy migration to other tools if desired
Permissions Explanation
Required Permissions and Their Purpose
Storage Permission:
- Essential for saving your prompts locally on your device
- No cloud storage or external servers involved
- Data remains on your device only
ActiveTab Permission:
- Allows the extension to interact with the currently active browser tab
- Only used when you explicitly click “Insert” to add a prompt to an AI platform
- No background monitoring or data collection from tabs
Scripting Permission:
- Enables prompt insertion into AI platform text input fields
- Only activates when you manually trigger the insert function
- Limited to the specific AI platform domains listed in our manifest
SidePanel Permission:
- Required to display the extension’s sidebar interface
- Provides the main user interface where you manage your prompts
Host Permissions
We request permission to access these specific AI platform domains solely for prompt insertion:
- chat.openai.com (ChatGPT)
- claude.ai (Claude)
- chat.deepseek.com (DeepSeek)
- gemini.google.com (Gemini)
- grok.x.ai (Grok)
- bing.com/chat (Bing Chat)
- Perplexity AI (Perplexity)
These permissions are used only to locate and insert text into input fields on these platforms.
Third-Party Services
AI Platform Privacy Policies
When you use our extension to insert prompts into AI platforms, those platforms’ privacy policies govern how they handle the prompts you submit. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of the AI services you use.
No Other Third Parties
- We do not integrate with analytics services
- No advertising networks or tracking services
- No external APIs or web services
- No crash reporting or error tracking services
Children’s Privacy
Our extension is not specifically directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has used our extension, please contact us, and we will take appropriate action.
Data Retention
- Data is retained locally until you delete it or uninstall the extension
- No automatic data deletion or expiration policies
- You maintain complete control over data retention periods
- No server-side data retention since we don’t store data externally
International Users
Since all data processing occurs locally on your device, there are no international data transfers or cross-border data handling issues. Your data remains within the jurisdiction where you use the extension.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy. Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Information
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
info@promptaivault.com
Legal Compliance
This extension is designed to comply with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Other applicable privacy laws and regulations
Technical Transparency
Open Source Consideration
We encourage transparency in privacy practices and may consider open-sourcing the extension code to provide complete visibility into our data handling practices.
No Hidden Functionality
- No hidden data collection mechanisms
- No undisclosed network requests
- No obfuscated code or hidden features
- All functionality is visible and documented
Privacy Summary: PromptVault operates with a privacy-first approach, storing all data locally on your device with zero external data transmission. Your prompts, categories, and settings never leave your browser unless you explicitly export them. We have no access to your data, and no third parties can access it through our extension.