Last Updated: January 5, 2026
Privacy Policy
Overview
PoC AI Content Detector is a browser extension that helps users identify AI-generated content and bot activity on webpages. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.
Data We Store Locally
The extension stores the following data locally on your device using Chrome's storage API:
- Scan Statistics: Total number of scans performed, AI content detected, and session activity
- API Configuration: Your configured backend server URL
- Extension Settings: Your preferences and configuration options
Important: This data is stored exclusively on your device and is never transmitted to any third party.
Data Sent to Your Configured API Server
When you scan a webpage, the extension sends the following to your own configured backend server:
- Text Content: Selected text from the webpage being analyzed
- Source URL: The URL of the webpage being scanned
- Platform Information: The detected platform (Twitter, Reddit, etc.)
Note: This data is sent to your own backend server that you configure. We do not operate any backend servers or collect this data ourselves.
Permissions Explained
The extension requires the following permissions to function:
activeTab
Why we need it: To read content from the webpage you're currently viewing when you click "Scan"
What we do: Extract text content for AI detection analysis
storage
Why we need it: To save your settings and scan statistics locally on your device
What we do: Store API URL, scan counts, and preferences
scripting
Why we need it: To inject detection scripts into webpages
What we do: Add visual highlighting and detection functionality to pages you visit
host_permissions (<all_urls>)
Why we need it: To work on any website you choose to scan
What we do: Enable AI detection on any webpage you visit
Data Collection & Usage
What We DON'T Collect
- Personal information (name, email, etc.)
- Browsing history
- Cookies or tracking data
- User analytics or telemetry
- Any data from unscanned pages
Third-Party Services
The extension connects to a backend API server that you configure and control. We do not provide, control, or have access to this server. You are responsible for:
- Running your own backend server (locally or hosted)
- Understanding the privacy policy of any third-party hosting service you use
- Securing your API endpoint
Data Retention
All data is stored locally on your device. You can clear this data at any time by:
- Removing the extension
- Clearing Chrome's extension data
- Using Chrome's privacy settings
Security
We implement security best practices including:
- No remote code execution
- No inline scripts (Content Security Policy compliant)
- Secure communication with your configured API server
- Local-only data storage
Children's Privacy
Our extension is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Contact
For questions about this privacy policy or the extension, please:
- Open an issue on our GitHub repository
- Email: support@example.com
Open Source
This extension is open source. You can review the complete source code to understand exactly how your data is handled: View on GitHub
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access all data the extension stores (it's all local on your device)
- Delete all extension data at any time
- Use the extension without creating an account
- Control what data is sent to your backend server