Last Updated: 15 July 2025
Introduction
Gmail GPTier (“we,” “our,” or “the extension”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our Chrome extension that provides AI-powered email assistance for Gmail.
Information We Collect
Information We DO NOT Collect
- Personal Information: We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information such as names, email addresses, or contact details.
- Email Content: We do not store, log, or retain any email content that you process through our extension.
- Usage Analytics: We do not track your usage patterns, browsing behavior, or collect analytics data.
- User Accounts: We do not require or maintain user accounts or profiles.
Information We DO Handle
- API Key Storage: Your GROQ API key is stored locally in your browser’s Chrome storage (chrome.storage.sync) and is never transmitted to our servers.
- Temporary Processing: Email content is temporarily processed through your personal GROQ API connection for AI analysis but is immediately discarded after processing.
How We Use Information
Local Processing Only
- All extension functionality occurs locally in your browser
- Email content is sent directly from your browser to GROQ’s servers using YOUR API key
- We act as a conduit only – no data passes through our servers
API Key Management
- Your GROQ API key is stored securely in Chrome’s encrypted storage
- The API key is only used to authenticate requests to GROQ’s services
- You maintain full control over your API key and can remove it at any time
Data Sharing and Third Parties
GROQ API Service
- Email content is processed through GROQ’s API service using your personal API key
- This processing is governed by GROQ’s privacy policy and terms of service
- We recommend reviewing GROQ’s privacy policy at: https://groq.com/privacy-policy/
No Other Third Parties
- We do not share data with any other third-party services
- We do not have partnerships or integrations with other data processors
- No advertising networks or analytics services are used
Data Security
Local Storage Security
- API keys are stored using Chrome’s secure storage mechanisms
- All data remains within your browser’s secure environment
- No data is transmitted to external servers except your direct API calls to GROQ
Secure Communication
- All API communications use HTTPS encryption
- Authentication is handled through industry-standard Bearer token methods
- No sensitive data is logged or cached
Your Rights and Control
Full Control
- You can remove your API key at any time through the extension popup
- You can uninstall the extension to completely remove all local data
- You control all interactions with the AI service through your personal API key
Data Deletion
- Uninstalling the extension removes all locally stored data
- No data exists on external servers to delete
- Email processing leaves no permanent traces
Chrome Extension Permissions
Required Permissions Explained
- “storage”: Required to securely store your API key locally
- “activeTab”: Required to access Gmail content for processing
- “https://api.groq.com/*”: Required to communicate with GROQ’s API service
Minimal Access Principle
- We only request permissions necessary for core functionality
- No access to browsing history, other websites, or personal files
- Access is limited to Gmail when the extension is actively used
Children’s Privacy
This extension is not designed for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted within the extension and on the Chrome Web Store listing. Your continued use of the extension after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Data Retention
- Local Storage: Data persists only as long as the extension is installed
- Processing: Email content is immediately discarded after AI processing
- No Long-term Storage: We maintain no databases or long-term storage systems
Contact Information
For questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: [Your Email Address]
Extension Support: Available through Chrome Web Store listing
Compliance
This extension is designed to comply with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Other applicable privacy regulations
Consent
By installing and using Gmail GPTier, you consent to this Privacy Policy and our data handling practices as described herein.