Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for QuickSift Chrome Extension

Effective Date: 12/23/2024

Thank you for using QuickSift. Your privacy is important to us, and this privacy policy explains how we handle your information when you use our Chrome extension.

Information We Collect

Data Stored Locally in Your Browser

• Extension Settings: QuickSift stores user preferences locally in your browser using Chrome's storage.sync. This includes whether QuickSift is enabled, and the selected site for filtering (e.g., Reddit, YouTube). This data is only accessible by the extension and is not shared with third parties.

• Search Modifications: QuickSift modifies Google search queries in the current tab based on the selected site filter. No search data is collected or transmitted to us, and all modifications happen locally in your browser.

How We Use Your Information

Local Functionality

• All processing of your preferences and modifications to Google search results occur locally within your browser. This data is not shared with us or any third party.

User Preferences

• Your preferences, such as whether QuickSift is enabled or which site is selected for filtering, are stored to ensure the extension works as expected. These settings are accessible only to the extension and do not affect any other browsing activity.

Permissions

The following permissions are required to provide the core functionality of QuickSift:

• Active Tab: To monitor the active tab and modify Google search queries when QuickSift is active.

• Tabs: To update the current tab with the modified search query directly within the same tab.

• Storage: To save user preferences locally in your browser using Chrome's storage.sync.

These permissions are only used to provide the extension's core functionality, and we do not access or collect any other user data.

Third-Party Access

QuickSift does not collect, transmit, or share your data with any third parties. All operations, including storing preferences and modifying search queries, occur locally on your device.

Security

We prioritize the security of your data:

• QuickSift does not collect or transmit any personal or sensitive data.

• Chrome's built-in security features protect your locally stored preferences.

• The extension operates entirely within the local environment of your browser, meaning no external servers are involved in processing or storing your information.

Limitations

QuickSift is designed to enhance your browsing experience by modifying Google search queries. It does not:

• Track your browsing history.

• Log your search queries or interactions with websites.

• Collect personally identifiable information.

Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our extension or applicable legal requirements. Users are encouraged to review this policy from time to time.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or the QuickSift extension, please contact us at:
support@hiitgenius.com