MindTrail Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 12, 2026

MindTrail ("we", "our", or "the extension") is a Chrome extension designed to help users understand their browsing patterns and build personal knowledge trails.

We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains what information MindTrail accesses, how it is used, and how your data is protected.

1. Information We Access

To provide its core functionality, MindTrail may access the following browser information:

• Browsing history: Used to analyze visited websites and generate personal browsing statistics and knowledge trails.
• Bookmarks: Used to organize and analyze saved websites and personal knowledge collections.
• Open tabs information: Used to provide current browsing context and improve user experience.

2. How We Use Information

The information accessed by MindTrail is used only for providing extension features, including:

• Generating browsing activity summaries.
• Creating personal knowledge maps and topic categories.
• Helping users understand their learning and research patterns.
• Improving productivity and personal knowledge management.

3. Data Storage and Processing

MindTrail is designed with a privacy-first approach.

Your browsing data is processed and stored locally in your browser whenever possible. Your browsing history, bookmarks, and browsing activity data are not uploaded to MindTrail servers.

We do not collect, store, or maintain a copy of your browsing history on external servers.

4. Data Sharing

MindTrail does not:

• Sell your personal information.
• Share your browsing data with third parties.
• Use your browsing history for advertising purposes.
• Track users across websites.

5. Third-Party Services

The current version of MindTrail does not send user browsing data to third-party services.

If future versions introduce optional features involving external services, users will be clearly informed and appropriate consent will be requested before any data is transmitted.

6. User Control

You can control MindTrail's access at any time by:

• Removing the extension from Chrome.
• Managing extension permissions in Chrome settings.

7. Children's Privacy

MindTrail is not intended for children under the age required by applicable laws. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date.

9. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: support@mindtrail.app