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Privacy Policy for Mosaic Extension

Last updated: January 20, 2025

Overview

Mosaic is a browser extension that helps you organize and focus on your browser windows through intelligent tiling and focus effects. Mosaic is completely free - all features are available at no cost with no subscriptions or payments required.

Data Collection

Settings Data (Stored Locally)

  • Layout preferences
  • Focus effect settings (blur intensity, dim intensity)
  • Border and color preferences
  • Spotlight settings
  • Global toggle state
  • Active mosaic configurations
  • Window positioning data
  • Theme preferences (dark/light mode)

Account Data (Stored in Cloud Database - Optional)

  • Email address (optional, for account creation if you choose to sign up)
  • Account status information
  • Device activation status (if you choose to create an account)
  • No payment information is collected or stored

Usage Data

  • Extension usage analytics for subscription management
  • Function call logs for debugging and support
  • Error reports for service improvement

Data Storage

Local Storage

Extension settings and preferences are stored locally using Chrome's storage API. This includes temporary session data and UI state.

Cloud Storage

  • Supabase Database: We use Supabase to store optional account data including user email addresses (if you choose to create an account) and device activation records. No payment information is stored.

Third-Party Services

Supabase (Database)

  • Purpose: Secure account data storage (optional)
  • Data Shared: Email addresses (if you choose to create an account), device information
  • Privacy Policy: https://supabase.com/privacy
  • Data Location: Supabase cloud infrastructure
  • Encryption: All data encrypted in transit and at rest

Data Usage

Your local settings data is used to maintain extension settings between sessions, provide personalized layouts and focus configurations, and restore mosaic setups when you restart your browser. All features are available to all users at no cost.

If you choose to create an account, your account data is used to maintain your account, provide access to features, and provide customer support. No payment information is collected or stored.

Data Sharing

With Third Parties

  • Supabase: Secure data storage for optional account information only
  • No Payment Processors: We do not use payment processors or collect payment information
  • No Advertising: We do not share data with advertisers
  • No Analytics Services: We do not use Google Analytics or similar tracking services

User Rights & Data Control

  • Access: View your account data via the extension (if you created an account)
  • Update: Modify your account information through the extension
  • Delete: Delete your account and request data deletion by contacting support
  • Export: Request a copy of your data by contacting support
  • Portability: Data can be provided in standard formats upon request
  • Local Data: Clear local settings through the extension popup or uninstall the extension to remove all local data

Data Security

Local Data

Stored using Chrome's encrypted storage system and protected by your device's security measures.

Cloud Data

  • Encryption: All data encrypted in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest
  • Access Controls: Strict access controls and authentication
  • Regular Audits: Security practices regularly reviewed
  • Compliance: SOC 2 compliant infrastructure

Permissions Explained

Mosaic requests the following permissions:

  • tabs: Create and manage browser tabs for tiling layouts
  • windows: Create and position browser windows
  • storage: Save settings and preferences locally
  • system.display: Detect screen size for proper window positioning
  • notifications: Show optional notifications about mosaic status
  • host permissions: Communicate with our API for account management (if you choose to create an account)

Children's Privacy

Mosaic is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

Updates to This Policy

  • We may update this privacy policy from time to time
  • Material changes will be communicated via extension updates
  • Continued use constitutes acceptance of updated policy
  • Previous versions available upon request

Contact & Data Protection Officer

For privacy questions, data requests, or concerns:

  • Email: contactinfo.mosaic@gmail.com
  • Subject Line: Include "Privacy" for priority handling
  • Response Time: We respond within 30 days

Compliance

This policy complies with:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
  • Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
  • Other applicable privacy laws