Privacy Policy
Last Updated: November 1, 2025
Overview
ClipShield is a privacy-focused browser extension designed to protect sensitive information when using AI tools. This privacy policy explains how ClipShield handles your data.
Our Privacy Philosophy
ClipShield operates entirely on your device using Chrome's built-in AI (Gemini Nano). We do not transmit, collect, or store any of your personal data on external servers.
Data We Process (Locally Only)
Clipboard Data
- What: Text and images you copy or paste
- Where: Processed locally on your device using Chrome's on-device AI
- Storage: Temporarily cached in memory during active browser sessions only
- Retention: Automatically cleared when you close the browser tab
- Network: Never transmitted over the network
User Settings
- What: Your preferences (enabled PII types, custom patterns, custom websites)
- Where: Stored locally in Chrome's sync storage
- Access: Only you can access this data
- Control: You can clear this data anytime via extension settings
Usage Statistics
- What: Count of items protected (session statistics only)
- Where: Stored locally in browser storage
- Purpose: Display real-time protection stats in extension badge
- Network: Never transmitted anywhere
Data We Do NOT Collect
- No analytics or telemetry
- No user accounts or authentication
- No server-side logging
- No third-party integrations
- No cookies or tracking
- No personally identifiable information storage
How ClipShield Protects Your Privacy
- On-Device AI: All analysis happens locally using Chrome's Gemini Nano
- Zero Network Calls: Open DevTools → Network tab and verify zero requests during protection
- Privacy-First Design: Built from the ground up with privacy as the core principle
- No External Dependencies: No third-party APIs or services
Your Rights and Control
- Full Control: Enable/disable protection anytime via extension icon
- Granular Settings: Choose which PII types to protect
- Data Deletion: Uninstall extension to remove all local data
- No Lock-in: Export your custom patterns if needed
Third-Party Services
ClipShield does not use any third-party services. The only processing happens via Chrome's built-in AI, which runs entirely on your device.
Children's Privacy
ClipShield does not knowingly collect data from anyone, including children. All processing is local to the user's device.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy to reflect changes in the extension. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
Contact
For privacy-related questions:
- Email: hello@guidekit.ai
- Website: https://clipshield.ai
Verification
You can verify ClipShield's privacy claims by:
- Using Chrome DevTools to monitor network activity (you'll see zero requests during protection)
- Reviewing Chrome's on-device AI documentation
- Testing with your own sensitive data and verifying it never leaves your browser
ClipShield processes your clipboard data exclusively on your device using Chrome's built-in AI. We never transmit, collect, or store your personal information on external servers. You maintain complete control over all data and settings.