Privacy Policy

Thank you for choosing ProSearch Tools (the "Extension"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, disclosure, and safeguarding of your information when you use our Extension.

1.1 Personal Information

We collect only the following personal information:

• Email Address: When you opt-in to our mailing list through Google authentication, we collect your email address

1.2 Extension Functionality Data

To provide our core functionality, the Extension processes:

• Search Queries: When you perform searches, the Extension captures your search phrases
• Clicked URLs: Links you click on from search results
• Domain Preferences: Domains you choose to hide from search results

Important: This functionality data is stored in your personal Google Drive account in a private application folder that only our Extension can access. We do not store this data on our servers or have access to it outside of the Extension's functionality.

We use your information for very limited purposes:

2.1 Email Communication

If you have provided your email address through opt-in:

• Sending occasional promotional information about new projects and features
• Important updates about the Extension

We will never spam you or share your email with third parties.

2.2 Extension Functionality

All functionality data is processed by the Extension to:

• Enable split-screen viewing and domain filtering
• Organize your search history for easy reference
• Highlight relevant keywords on webpages you visit
• Remember your preferences and settings

This processing happens within the Extension, and the data is stored in your Google Drive account. We do not have access to this data outside of the Extension's functionality.

We obtain explicit consent from you before collecting any personal information:

3.1 Initial Consent

• When you first install the Extension, you will be prompted to choose between offline mode (no data collection) or online mode (email collection)
• If you choose online mode, you will be asked to explicitly consent to sharing your email address through Google authentication
• No personal data is collected without this explicit consent action

3.2 Google Drive Access

• The Extension will ask for permission to access your Google Drive to store functionality data
• This access is limited to a dedicated application folder that only our Extension can access
• You can revoke this access at any time through your Google account settings

3.3 Clear Consent Language

Our consent prompt clearly explains:

• What specific data we collect (email address only)
• How we will use your email (for promotional purposes only)
• That functionality data is stored in your Google Drive
• That you can opt out at any time
• That the extension's functionality will work fully in offline mode with no data collection

3.4 Consent Withdrawal

You can withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Using the "Revoke Access" option in the Extension settings
• Clicking the "Unsubscribe" link in any email we send
• Revoking the Extension's access to your Google Drive in your Google account settings
• Contacting us directly at f.alghariani@gmail.com

ProSearch Tools offers a fully functional offline mode:

4.1 About Offline Mode

• Offline mode provides all core extension functionality with absolutely no data collection
• All data is stored exclusively on your local device instead of Google Drive
• No information is transmitted to our servers or to third parties
• Your search activity, preferences, and history remain entirely private

4.2 Enabling Offline Mode

You can enable offline mode in several ways:

• Select "Offline Mode" during the initial setup
• Switch to offline mode at any time through the Extension settings
• If you previously shared your email, switching to offline mode will stop all data collection and remove your email from our servers

ProSearch Tools employs strong security measures to protect your information:

5.1 Email Storage

• If you have opted in to share your email, it is stored on secure servers with industry-standard encryption
• Access to email data is strictly limited to authorized personnel
• Your email is never sold, rented, or shared with third parties for their marketing purposes

5.2 Google Drive Storage

• Search History: Your search history is stored in your personal Google Drive account
• Domain Preferences: Your hidden domain settings are stored in your Google Drive account
• Private Application Folder: This data is stored in a dedicated application folder that only our Extension can access
• User Control: You maintain ownership and control of this data in your Google Drive account
• Accessibility: This data remains in your Google Drive and is not accessible to us or third parties outside of the Extension's functionality

5.3 Local Storage

• Browser Extension Storage: Some display preferences and temporary data may be stored locally in Chrome's extension storage
• Offline Mode: When offline mode is enabled, all functionality data is stored locally instead of in Google Drive

5.4 Security Measures

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• Data Encryption: All data transmission (when you opt to share your email) uses industry-standard encryption
• Secure Authentication: We use Google's OAuth 2.0 for secure authentication
• Google's Security: Your functionality data benefits from Google's robust security measures for Google Drive
• Minimal Server Storage: We store only your email address if you've opted in
• Regular Security Reviews: We conduct periodic reviews of our security practices

We are committed to protecting your privacy and will not sell or lease your personal information to third parties. We share your information only in the following limited circumstances:

6.1 Service Providers

We may use trusted third-party service providers for email delivery services. These providers are permitted to use your information only for providing services to us and are contractually required to maintain confidentiality and security.

6.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests from public authorities.

6.3 Business Transfers

If ProSearch Tools is involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of its assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email of any change in ownership or uses of your personal information.

You have several rights regarding your personal information:

7.1 Access and Control

You can access and control your data in several ways:

• View your search history through the Extension's history page
• Manage your hidden domains through the domain manager
• Configure your Extension settings through the options page
• Access your Google Drive data through your Google account
• Request your email information by contacting us at f.alghariani@gmail.com

7.2 Data Deletion

You have several options to remove your data:

• Unsubscribe: You may unsubscribe from our email list at any time
• Google Drive Data: You can delete the Extension's application folder from your Google Drive
• Revoke Access: You can revoke the Extension's access to your Google Drive through your Google account settings
• Request Deletion: You can request deletion of your email from our servers by contacting us
• Uninstall: You can uninstall the Extension to remove all local data

7.3 Feature Controls

The Extension offers several privacy controls:

• Offline Mode: Use the extension without any data collection, storing data locally only
• History Controls: Clear your search history at any time
• Google Drive Access Management: Control access through your Google account settings
• Preference Management: Control all extension settings through the options page

Our Extension is not intended for children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information without your consent, please contact us at f.alghariani@gmail.com. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from children without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Providing a notification through the Extension
• Sending an email to users who have shared their email address

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our privacy practices. Your continued use of the Extension after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.