Privacy Policy

Your privacy is important to us. Learn how WorkTab protects your data and respects your privacy.

Last updated: December 2024

Our Commitment to Privacy

WorkTab is designed with privacy in mind. We believe that your browsing data should remain private and under your control. This privacy policy explains how WorkTab handles your data and what information we collect, if any.

Data Collection

What We Collect

Local Storage Data

WorkTab stores the following data locally on your device:

  • Workspace configurations (names, colors, tab lists)
  • Tab titles and URLs for organization purposes
  • User preferences and settings
  • Session backup data
  • Analytics data (visit counts, session duration)

What We DON'T Collect

  • Personal information (name, email, address)
  • Browsing history outside of WorkTab
  • Content of web pages
  • Passwords or login credentials
  • Any data transmitted to external servers

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage Only

All WorkTab data is stored locally on your device using Chrome's local storage API. This means:

✅ Your Data Stays Private

  • No data is sent to external servers
  • No cloud storage or synchronization
  • No third-party data sharing
  • Complete control over your information

🔒 Security Measures

  • Data encrypted by Chrome's storage system
  • Protected by your browser's security model
  • No network transmission of sensitive data
  • Regular security updates and patches

Browser Permissions

Required Permissions

WorkTab requires certain browser permissions to function properly. Here's what each permission is used for:

Tabs Permission

Allows WorkTab to read tab information (title, URL, favicon) for workspace organization. We do not access tab content or personal data.

Storage Permission

Enables saving workspace configurations and user preferences locally on your device.

Context Menus Permission

Adds "Add to Workspace" options to right-click menus for easy tab organization.

Scripting Permission

Allows WorkTab to inject UI elements (modals, quick switcher) into web pages for enhanced functionality.

Analytics and Usage Data

Local Analytics Only

WorkTab includes analytics features to help you understand your browsing patterns. All analytics data is processed and stored locally:

Analytics Data Collected

  • Website visit counts and frequency
  • Session duration and timing
  • Tab activity patterns
  • Workspace usage statistics
  • Most visited domains

Privacy-First Analytics

  • No personal identification
  • No external data transmission
  • Data stays on your device
  • You can disable analytics in settings
  • Data can be cleared at any time

Third-Party Services

No Third-Party Data Sharing

WorkTab does not integrate with or share data with any third-party services:

❌ What We Don't Use

  • No analytics services (Google Analytics, etc.)
  • No advertising networks
  • No social media integrations
  • No cloud storage services
  • No data brokers or marketing companies

✅ What We Do Use

  • Chrome Extension APIs (local storage, tabs, etc.)
  • Standard web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Local browser storage only

Your Data Control

Complete Control

You have complete control over your WorkTab data:

Export Your Data

Use the Backup & Restore feature to export all your workspaces, settings, and analytics data as a JSON file.

Clear Your Data

You can clear all WorkTab data at any time through the extension settings or by uninstalling the extension.

Disable Features

Turn off analytics, auto-save, or any other features you don't want to use through the settings panel.

Policy Updates

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected here with an updated "Last modified" date.

Notification of Changes

  • Significant changes will be highlighted in the extension
  • Updated policy will be available on this page
  • Continued use of WorkTab constitutes acceptance of changes

Contact Us

Questions About Privacy?

If you have any questions about this privacy policy or how WorkTab handles your data, please contact us:

Get in Touch

  • Visit our Help Center for detailed information
  • Check the extension settings for data management options
  • Review the source code for complete transparency

Privacy Summary

✅ What We Do

  • Store data locally on your device
  • Respect your privacy completely
  • Provide full data control
  • Use minimal permissions

❌ What We Don't Do

  • Send data to external servers
  • Share data with third parties
  • Collect personal information
  • Track you across websites