Last updated: March 27, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how IChat handles information when you use the extension.
IChat is a Chrome extension that captures context from the current web page only when you explicitly trigger it, then sends the resulting prompt to the AI provider you selected in the extension settings.
IChat is designed as a local-first, bring-your-own-key product:
Depending on how you use the extension, IChat may handle the following categories of information:
Stored locally in extension storage:
When you explicitly trigger capture, IChat may collect:
If the current target includes an image, IChat may process:
If direct media resolution is not available, IChat may use screenshot-based fallback for the visible area needed to complete the requested capture.
Stored locally:
IChat does not continuously monitor all browsing activity for remote processing.
IChat handles page context only when you explicitly trigger extension behavior, for example:
In the current implementation, IChat stores data locally in the browser:
IChat does not currently provide cloud sync or a project-owned account system.
When you send a request, IChat may send relevant content to the provider you selected in settings, such as:
Depending on your configuration, this may include direct requests to:
Those providers process requests under their own terms and privacy policies.
In the current implementation, IChat does not:
You control whether to use IChat and what to send.
Current controls include:
If broader delete or reset controls are added later, this policy should be updated to reflect them.
Locally stored data remains on your device until you change it, overwrite it, or remove it through extension controls or browser-level extension data removal.
Third-party provider retention is governed by the provider you selected, not by IChat.
IChat is not intended for children under 13.
IChat uses local browser extension storage for settings and state. However, no browser extension can guarantee absolute security. You should avoid using IChat with highly sensitive information unless you understand the risks of local storage and third-party AI provider processing.
This Privacy Policy may be updated when the product behavior changes, especially if storage, permissions, networking, or data flows change.
At this stage, the project does not yet publish a dedicated support contact address. When the public repository and project contact channels are finalized, this section should be updated with a stable contact method.