Privacy Policy for VertiTab

Effective Date: January 4, 2025

Overview

VertiTab is a browser extension for Chromium-based browsers (including Microsoft Edge and Google Chrome) and Firefox that provides vertical tab management functionality. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices. This privacy policy explains how we handle your information.

Key Points:

• Most features work entirely locally on your device
• We do not sell or share your personal information
• Optional features (cloud sync, AI) require explicit user consent
• You have full control over your data
• Cloud sync uses local encryption for your data security

Browser Permissions

VertiTab requests only the permissions necessary for its core functionality. The specific permissions may vary depending on your browser (Chrome, Edge, Firefox) and are designed to enable tab management features:

• tabs: Manage browser tabs
• tabGroups: Manage tab groups
• sidePanel: Display vertical tabs interface
• alarms: Schedule maintenance tasks
• storage: Save settings locally
• favicon: Display website icons

Optional Permissions

These permissions are completely optional and only requested when you actively enable specific features. The core functionality of VertiTab works without these permissions (Chrome/Edge). Firefox requires the following permissions by default:

• history: For tab history and restoration features
• search: For enhanced tab search capabilities
• bookmarks: For bookmark integration
• readingList: For reading list integration (Chrome/Edge only)
• cookies: For privacy-related cleanup functions

Information Collection and Use

Local Data Storage:

• Extension settings and preferences
• Tab snapshots for quick restoration
• Temporary tab information

We do NOT collect or store:

• Browsing history
• Personal information
• Tab content
• Passwords or login credentials

Data Removal:

• All local data is automatically removed when you uninstall the extension
• You can manually clear data through extension options at any time
• Temporary data is automatically cleared when closing the browser

Features and Data Processing

1. Local Features

Most features operate entirely on your device:

• Tab management and organization
• Tab grouping and sorting
• Settings and preferences

2. Optional Features

Some features require additional services. These are completely optional and disabled by default:

• Cloud Sync:
  • Only enabled when you choose to sign in
  • Uses AES-GCM encryption before data leaves your device
  • Data is encrypted locally before upload
  • We cannot access your unencrypted data
  • Transmission uses secure HTTPS protocol
• AI Tab Grouping:
  • Only processes tab titles and domain names
  • Data is anonymized before processing
  • No data is stored after processing

Your Rights and Controls

• View and manage permissions in your browser settings
• Enable/disable optional features at any time
• Clear local data through extension options
• Uninstall the extension to remove all local data

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes through the extension or our website.

Contact Us

For privacy-related questions or concerns:

• Email: [email protected]

Compliance

This privacy policy complies with the Chrome Web Store User Data Privacy Policy, Microsoft Store App Developer Agreement, Microsoft Edge Extensions Developer Policies, Mozilla Firefox Add-on Policies and applicable data protection laws. VertiTab is distributed through the Microsoft Edge Add-ons Store, Chrome Web Store, and Mozilla Firefox Add-ons (AMO).