Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Overview
SafeBrowse360 is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
TL;DR: We don't track your browsing. All data stays on your device. We never sell data to anyone.
Data Collection
What We DO NOT Collect
- We do NOT track your browsing history
- We do NOT collect personal information (name, email, address)
- We do NOT sell any data to third parties
- We do NOT use cookies for tracking
- We do NOT collect passwords or financial information
What We Store Locally (On Your Device Only)
The following data is stored locally on your device using Chrome's storage API and never leaves your computer unless you explicitly enable telemetry:
- Protection Status: Whether the extension is enabled or disabled
- Blocked Events: A log of domains that were blocked (stored locally for your reference)
- Temporary Allow List: Domains you've temporarily allowed, with expiration times
- User Preferences: Your settings and preferences
- Site Reports: Reports you've submitted about suspicious sites
Optional Anonymous Telemetry (Disabled by Default)
If you choose to enable "Share anonymous usage statistics" in settings, we collect:
- A random installation ID (not linked to your identity)
- Event types (blocked, allowed, toggle)
- SHA-256 hashed domain names (not readable, used only for aggregate statistics)
- Timestamps
This data is completely anonymous and cannot be used to identify you or your browsing habits.
How We Use Data
Local Data
- To block known dangerous websites
- To show you what sites have been blocked
- To allow temporary bypasses when needed
- To remember your preferences
Anonymous Telemetry (If Enabled)
- To understand how many people use the extension
- To measure how effective our protection is
- To improve the blocklist
Data Storage
| Data Type | Storage Location |
|---|---|
| Local data | Your device (Chrome's secure storage API) |
| Telemetry data (if enabled) | Secure servers with encryption |
Data Retention
- Local data: Kept until you uninstall the extension or reset settings
- Telemetry data: Retained for up to 12 months, then automatically deleted
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: View all locally stored data in the extension's Settings page
- Export: Download your blocked events as a JSON file
- Delete: Use the "Reset All Data" button to clear all stored data
- Opt-out: Disable telemetry at any time in Settings
Permissions Explained
| Permission | Why We Need It |
|---|---|
storage |
To save your preferences and blocked event history locally |
alarms |
To manage temporary allow expirations |
declarativeNetRequest |
To block dangerous websites before they load |
webNavigation |
To detect when a blocked site is attempted |
<all_urls> |
To check all websites against our blocklist |
Children's Privacy
SafeBrowse360 does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13. The extension is designed to protect users of all ages from online threats.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at:
- Website: https://safebrowse360.com
- Email: privacy@safebrowse360.com
Consent
By using SafeBrowse360, you consent to this privacy policy.