Privacy Policy for Speedometer AI

Last Updated: March 24, 2024

Introduction

At Speedometer AI, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information when you use our Chrome extension.

By using Speedometer AI, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect the following types of information:

  • Performance metrics of websites you visit
  • Your Google Gemini API key (stored locally)
  • Extension settings and preferences
  • Anonymous usage statistics

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

  • Providing performance analysis and insights
  • Improving the extension's functionality
  • Generating AI-powered recommendations
  • Maintaining and enhancing service quality

Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your information:

  • Local storage of sensitive data
  • Secure transmission protocols
  • Regular security audits
  • Limited data retention periods

Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

  • Google Gemini API for AI analysis
  • Chrome Storage API for settings
  • Chrome Extension APIs for functionality

Chrome Extension Permissions

Our extension requires certain browser permissions to function properly. We are committed to transparency about what permissions we request and why we need them:

Required Permissions

  • activeTab
    Required to collect performance metrics from the currently active webpage. This permission is limited to the active tab only when you interact with the extension.
  • storage
    Used to save your Gemini API key securely and to maintain chat history between sessions. All data is stored locally on your device.
  • sidePanel
    Needed to display the extension's interface in Chrome's side panel without interfering with webpage content.
  • scripting
    Required to measure performance metrics by inserting performance monitoring code into webpage contexts.

Host Permissions

  • https://generativelanguage.googleapis.com/*
    Necessary to send performance data and queries to Google's Gemini API for analysis when you use the AI features.

Content Scripts

Our extension runs content scripts on all websites you visit to collect performance metrics. These scripts:

  • Run at document start to accurately capture all performance information
  • Only collect technical performance data, not personal browsing information
  • Do not interfere with normal website functionality

We request only the permissions that are essential for the extension's functionality. We do not use these permissions to collect any personal information beyond what is necessary for the extension to work properly.

Cookies and Storage

We use local storage and Chrome's storage API to:

  • Save your preferences
  • Store API keys securely
  • Cache performance data temporarily
  • Maintain extension settings

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your stored data
  • Request data deletion
  • Opt-out of data collection
  • Modify your preferences