Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 23, 2026

Overview

Snippet Vault is a Chrome extension that lets you save text, tables, images, and screenshots from webpages. This privacy policy explains what data the extension accesses, how it is used, and your rights.

Data Collection

Snippet Vault does not collect any data. Specifically:

• No personal information is collected (name, email, etc.)
• No browsing history is tracked or recorded
• No analytics, telemetry, or usage tracking is implemented
• No cookies are set by the extension
• No data is sent to any server, API, or third party
• No user accounts or authentication are required

Data Storage

All snippets, categories, tags, and preferences you create are stored locally on your device using Chrome's built-in storage API (chrome.storage.local). This data never leaves your browser.

You can export your data as a JSON file and import it on another device. This process is entirely manual and initiated by you — no automatic syncing occurs.

You can delete all your data at any time by removing individual snippets, using the extension's settings, or uninstalling the extension.

Page Content Access

When you actively select content and choose to save it, the extension reads the selected text, table, or image from the current webpage. It also captures the page URL and title to provide source tracking for your reference.

The extension only accesses page content in response to your explicit actions — it does not passively read, scan, or monitor any webpage content.

Permissions Used

Here is a complete list of permissions and why each is required:

Permission	Why It's Needed
activeTab	To read selected content from the current tab when you click "Save Snippet"
contextMenus	To add a "Save to Snippet Vault" right-click menu option
sidePanel	To display the Snippet Vault library as a browser side panel
storage	To save your snippets and preferences locally on your device
unlimitedStorage	To allow saving large numbers of snippets and screenshots without hitting storage limits
Host permissions	To inject the content script that shows the floating save button and capture overlay on webpages

Remote Code

Snippet Vault does not load or execute any remote code. All scripts are bundled locally within the extension package.

Third-Party Services

Snippet Vault does not integrate with, send data to, or receive data from any third-party services, APIs, or servers.

Children's Privacy

Snippet Vault does not knowingly collect any information from anyone, including children under the age of 13.

Changes to This Policy

If this privacy policy is updated, the changes will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date. Significant changes will also be noted in the extension's changelog.