Introduction
Welcome to the Summate Chrome Extension, operated by The Summary Company LLC ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our Chrome Extension (the "Extension") for content summarization. By using the Extension, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.
Information We Collect
Account Information
When you sign in to the Extension, we collect:
- Your Summate account credentials (email and authentication token)
- Extension preferences and settings
- Summary customization preferences
Content Data
To provide summarization services, the Extension collects:
- URLs of pages you choose to summarize
- Page content that you explicitly request to be summarized
- Selected text or portions of content you highlight for summarization
- Summary history and saved summaries
Usage and Technical Data
We automatically collect certain technical information:
- Extension version and browser information
- Feature usage patterns and interaction data
- Error logs and performance metrics
- Time and frequency of Extension use
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Authenticate your account and provide access to Extension features
- Process content through our AI summarization service
- Save and sync your summaries across devices
- Improve the Extension's functionality and user experience
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- Detect and prevent abuse or unauthorized use
- Comply with legal obligations
AI Processing and Data Handling
Content you submit for summarization is processed through our AI service powered by OpenAI and Google AI. This content is:
- Sent securely to our servers for processing
- Used solely for generating your requested summaries
- Not used for training AI models
- Not shared with third parties except as necessary for summarization
The Extension only accesses content from pages you explicitly choose to summarize. It does not browse or collect data from other tabs or websites without your action.
Data Retention
We retain different types of data for different periods:
- Summarized content: Retained for up to one year to enable re-access and improve summary quality
- Usage analytics: Aggregated and anonymized after 30 days
- Account data: Retained as long as your Summate account is active
- Error logs: Retained for 30 days for troubleshooting
You can request deletion of your Extension data at any time by contacting [email protected].
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:
- Encryption of data in transit using HTTPS
- Secure authentication tokens for account access
- Regular security audits and updates
- Limited access to personal data on a need-to-know basis
However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your data:
- Access your summarization history and saved content
- Delete individual summaries or your entire history
- Disable the Extension at any time through Chrome settings
- Request complete deletion of your Extension data
To exercise these rights, use the Extension settings or contact us at [email protected].
Permissions and Browser Access
The Extension requires certain permissions to function:
- Active tab: To read content from the page you want to summarize
- Storage: To save your preferences and authentication status
- Host permissions: To communicate with Summate servers
The Extension only accesses page content when you explicitly trigger a summarization action. It does not run in the background or monitor your browsing activity.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States where our servers are located. By using the Extension, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and other countries where we operate, which may have different data protection laws than your country of residence.
Children's Privacy
The Extension is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected].
Third-Party Services
The Extension integrates with the following third-party services:
- Chrome Web Store: For distribution and updates
- Summate API: For authentication and summarization services
- Analytics services: For understanding usage patterns (anonymized)
Updates to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any material changes through the Extension or by email. The updated version will be indicated by the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us: