Privacy Policy

Overview

Element Inspector is a privacy-first Chrome extension designed for web developers, designers, and QA professionals. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our extension.

Data Collection

What We DON'T Collect

• Personal information (name, email, phone number)
• Browsing history or website visits
• Page content or analyzed elements
• IP addresses or location data
• Device information or browser fingerprinting
• Usage analytics or behavioral tracking
• Cookies or web beacons
• User credentials or authentication data

What We DO Store Locally

• Tool Preferences: Your selected analysis tools (stored in browser local storage)
• Tab-Specific States: Temporary tool states per browser tab (cleared when tab closes)
• Extension Settings: UI preferences and configuration options

🔑 Permissions Explained

The extension requires minimal permissions for core functionality:

Required Permissions

Optional Permissions

Currently, no optional permissions are requested.

How We Use Data

The data processed by Element Inspector is used exclusively for:

• Displaying real-time element measurements and properties
• Providing color analysis and extraction tools
• Showing alignment and spacing information
• Generating visual overlays and inspection guides

All processing is temporary and data is not stored permanently on your device.

Data Sharing

What We DO NOT Use

• Analytics services (Google Analytics, etc.)
• Crash reporting services
• Advertisement networks
• Social media integrations
• Content delivery networks for tracking
• External APIs for data processing
• Cloud storage services

External Resources

• Chrome Web Store (for updates only)
• Extension icons (bundled with extension, no external loading)

Data Storage

Local Storage Only

Element Inspector uses minimal local storage for:

• User Preferences: Your tool selection and UI settings
• Extension State: Which tools are currently active

Data Retention

• Inspection data is processed in real-time and not stored
• User preferences persist until you uninstall the extension
• No browsing history or website data is retained

Your Rights

Since Element Inspector doesn't collect personal data, traditional data protection rights don't apply. However, you have full control over:

Your Privacy Rights

• Right to Information: This privacy policy provides complete transparency
• Right of Access: View your data via browser developer tools
• Right to Rectification: Modify settings directly in the extension
• Right to Erasure: Clear all data via browser extension settings
• Right to Data Portability: Export via browser's extension management
• Right to Object: Uninstall extension to stop all data processing

🎯 Future Monetization (Transparency)

Current Status

• Extension is currently free with no monetization during inception phase
• No advertisements or sponsored content
• No premium features requiring data collection
• All features available to all users without restrictions

Future Plans (If Applicable)

• Potential Pro Features: May include additional analysis tools (data remains local)
• Enhanced Functionality: Possible export capabilities (still privacy-first)
• Payment Processing: Would use secure, GDPR-compliant payment processors if needed
• Data Commitment: Will never sell or share user data regardless of future features

👶 Children's Privacy (COPPA Compliance)

• Extension does not knowingly collect information from children under 13
• No age verification is performed as no personal data is collected
• Parents can safely allow children to use this extension

🌍 International Privacy Compliance

GDPR Compliance (European Union)

• Legal Basis: Legitimate interest for providing extension functionality
• Data Minimization: Only essential data (tool preferences) is stored
• Right to Erasure: Users can clear all data via browser settings
• Data Portability: Settings can be exported through browser's extension data export
• No Data Processing: No personal data is processed or analyzed

CCPA Compliance (California)

• No Sale of Data: We do not sell personal information
• No Data Sharing: No personal information is shared with third parties
• Access Rights: Users can view stored data via browser developer tools
• Deletion Rights: Users can delete all data via browser settings

Other Jurisdictions

• Extension complies with privacy laws worldwide through zero data collection approach
• No jurisdiction-specific data localization requirements apply

🏆 Privacy Certifications

Current Certifications

• Privacy by Design: Extension architecture follows privacy-first principles
• Zero-Trust Model: No external dependencies for core functionality

Planned Certifications

• SOC 2 Type II: For enterprise version (if developed)
• ISO 27001: Information security management (future consideration)

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

🛡️ Data Security and Protection

Local-Only Operation

• 100% Local Processing: All analysis happens within your browser
• No External Connections: Extension never communicates with external servers
• No Cloud Storage: No data is uploaded or synchronized to cloud services
• Isolated Execution: Extension runs in sandboxed environment

Data Retention

• Persistent Settings: Tool preferences stored until you clear browser data
• Temporary States: Tab-specific states cleared when tabs are closed
• Manual Deletion: All data can be cleared via browser extension settings

Cross-Platform Considerations

• Extension data is isolated per browser installation
• No synchronization between different browsers or devices
• Each browser maintains its own local settings
• Extension updates delivered through Chrome Web Store
• No personal data transmitted during update process

📞 Contact Information

Privacy Officer Contact

🔄 Policy Updates

Notification of Changes

• Major Changes: Will be communicated via extension update notes
• Version History: All policy versions maintained for transparency
• User Action: Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated policy

Change Log