Privacy Policy

Last Updated: August 2025 • Version 1.0.0

Table of Contents

Introduction

AI Autocomplete ("we", "our", or "the extension") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome browser extension.

Information We Process

1. Text Data (On-Demand Only)

What We Process:

  • Text you are typing in input fields (only when you press Ctrl+Space or your configured trigger key)
  • Selected/highlighted text (for rewrite feature when you press Alt+Shift+R)
  • Current page URL, title, and content (only in domain-specific chat mode, with explicit permission per domain)

When We Process It:

  • ONLY when you explicitly trigger the autocomplete feature
  • Never automatically or in the background
  • Password fields and payment forms are automatically excluded

How We Use It:

  • Sent to OpenRouter API to generate AI completions
  • Processed in real-time
  • Never stored permanently on our servers or third-party servers
  • Deleted from memory immediately after generating suggestions

2. Extension Settings

What We Store Locally (your browser):

  • Your OpenRouter API key (encrypted with AES-256-GCM in Chrome sync storage)
  • Selected AI model preferences
  • Temperature and token settings
  • Custom system prompts
  • Keyboard shortcuts preferences
  • Privacy preferences (enhanced detection on/off, injection mode)

3. Chat Conversations (Optional Feature)

What We Store Locally (your browser):

  • Chat conversation history (stored in local storage, not synced)
  • Chat mode preference (global vs. domain-specific)
  • Chat UI customization (window position, size, appearance)
  • Domain permissions tracking (which sites you've allowed page context extraction)

Page Context Extraction (Domain-Specific Chat Only):

  • When enabled for a domain, we extract: page URL, title, headings (up to 20), and main content (up to 80,000 characters)
  • Requires explicit permission per domain with "Don't ask again" option
  • Only sent to OpenRouter when you send a chat message
  • Helps AI understand page context for better responses

4. Usage Analytics

Current Status: Disabled

  • We do NOT currently collect any usage analytics or telemetry
  • The extension includes analytics infrastructure but it is turned off
  • If we enable analytics in the future, we will update this policy and require re-consent

Data Sharing

Third-Party Services

OpenRouter AI:

  • We send your text data to OpenRouter ONLY when you trigger autocomplete
  • OpenRouter processes the text according to their privacy policy
  • We do not control how OpenRouter handles data once received
  • Review OpenRouter's privacy policy at: https://openrouter.ai/privacy

ExtensionPay (Currently Disabled):

  • Payment integration is currently disabled - all features are free
  • If we enable premium features in the future, ExtensionPay would handle payment processing
  • We would not store credit card information
  • Payment data would be processed according to ExtensionPay's privacy policy

We Never:

  • Sell your data to third parties
  • Share your data for advertising purposes
  • Store your typed text permanently
  • Access your browsing history beyond the current tab

Data Security

We implement security measures including:

  • API Key Encryption: AES-256-GCM encryption with PBKDF2 key derivation (100,000 iterations)
  • HTTPS-Only Communication: All API requests use secure HTTPS connections
  • Content Security Policy: Prevents XSS attacks and code injection
  • No Remote Code Execution: All extension code is bundled and static - we never fetch or execute remote JavaScript
  • Sensitive Field Exclusion: Password fields and credit card inputs are automatically excluded from detection
  • Minimal Permissions: Conservative mode by default requires no special permissions
  • User Control: Granular permission requests with clear explanations

Your Rights

You Can:

  • Access Your Data: Export all stored settings via the extension
  • Delete Your Data: Clear all data through extension settings or by uninstalling
  • Opt-Out: Disable enhanced detection (keyboard buffer) at any time
  • Control Collection: Text is only processed when you explicitly trigger it
  • Revoke Consent: Uninstall the extension to stop all data processing

Data Deletion:

  • All local data is deleted when you uninstall the extension
  • No data is retained on our servers (we don't have servers)
  • API providers may retain data according to their policies

Children's Privacy

This extension is not intended for users under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

International Users

This extension is available globally. By using it, you consent to the processing of your information in the United States and other countries where OpenRouter operates.

Chrome Web Store Compliance

This extension complies with the Chrome Web Store User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements. We only use the minimum permissions necessary for functionality.

Permissions Used:

  • storage: Save your preferences and settings (encrypted for sensitive data)
  • scripting: Inject autocomplete functionality into web pages
  • tabs: Manage extension activation across tabs and show status badge
  • clipboardWrite: Copy completions to clipboard as insertion fallback method
  • webNavigation (optional): Auto-inject on page loads (balanced/aggressive modes only)
  • https://openrouter.ai/*: Communicate with AI service for completions
  • https://extensionpay.com/*: Payment processing (currently disabled)
  • https://*/* (optional): Allow injection on all HTTPS sites (balanced/aggressive modes only)
  • http://localhost/* (optional): Support local development environments

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Showing a notification in the extension
  • Requiring re-consent for significant changes

Contact Information

For privacy concerns or questions, please contact us at:

  • GitHub Issues: https://github.com/ManningAskew7/ai-autocomplete-website/issues
  • Email: maextensions.help@gmail.com

Additional Disclosures

Fallback Detection Mode

When enabled, the fallback detection mode uses a keyboard buffer to capture text input on websites where standard detection fails. This feature:

  • Is OFF by default
  • Requires explicit opt-in with clear warning
  • Shows a red indicator when active
  • Clears buffer on navigation and after 5 minutes of inactivity
  • Can be disabled at any time in Privacy settings

Data Retention

  • Local Storage: Settings retained until you delete them
  • Session Data: Cleared when browser closes
  • Text Buffer: Cleared immediately after use or within 5 minutes
  • API Logs: Subject to OpenRouter's retention policy

GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

  • Legal Basis: Consent (you explicitly trigger data processing)
  • Data Controller: You, the user
  • Data Processor: OpenRouter AI
  • Right to Erasure: Uninstall extension or clear storage
  • Data Portability: Export feature available in settings

CCPA Compliance (California Users)

  • We do not sell personal information
  • You have the right to opt-out of data collection (via settings)
  • You have the right to request deletion (via uninstall)
  • No discrimination for exercising privacy rights

Remember: You are in control. The extension only processes text when you explicitly request it, and you can adjust privacy settings or uninstall at any time.