DeepDive - Privacy Policy

Effective Date: November 5, 2025

DeepDive ("we", "our", or "the Extension") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how the DeepDive Chrome extension collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use our service. By installing and using DeepDive, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

1. Information We Collect

DeepDive collects and processes the following types of information:

  • Text Content: When you highlight text on ChatGPT and request a follow-up explanation, we temporarily process the highlighted text to generate the explanation. This text is sent to OpenAI's API (ChatGPT-4o) for processing.
  • Sticky Notes Data: Your created sticky notes (including the highlighted text, follow-up questions, and responses) are stored locally in your browser's storage to persist across sessions and page refreshes.
  • Position Data: The position coordinates of your sticky notes on the ChatGPT interface are stored locally to maintain their placement.
  • Usage Data: We do not collect analytics, usage statistics, or tracking data about how you use the extension.
  • OpenAI API Key: If you provide your own OpenAI API key, it is stored securely in your browser's local storage and is never transmitted to our servers.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely for the following purposes:

  • To provide the core functionality of generating follow-up explanations using ChatGPT-4o
  • To store and display your sticky notes across different sessions
  • To maintain the position and content of your sticky notes on specific ChatGPT conversations
  • To ensure a seamless user experience when you return to previous conversations

We do not use your information for advertising, marketing, or any purpose beyond the extension's core functionality.

3. Data Storage and Retention

Local Storage: All your sticky notes, highlighted text, and position data are stored locally in your browser using Chrome's storage API. This data remains on your device and is not transmitted to any external servers (except for the highlighted text sent to OpenAI for processing).

Data Retention: Your data is retained indefinitely in your browser's local storage until you:

  • Manually delete individual sticky notes
  • Clear your browser's extension data
  • Uninstall the DeepDive extension

4. Third-Party Services

DeepDive integrates with the following third-party service:

  • OpenAI API (ChatGPT-4o): When you request a follow-up explanation, the highlighted text is sent to OpenAI's API to generate the response. OpenAI's use of this data is governed by their own privacy policy and terms of service. We recommend reviewing OpenAI's privacy policy at https://openai.com/privacy for more information.

Note: We do not control and are not responsible for the privacy practices of OpenAI or any other third-party services.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. Your data is only shared in the following limited circumstances:

  • OpenAI API: Highlighted text is sent to OpenAI's API to generate follow-up explanations, as described above.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation.

We do not have access to your locally stored data, as it resides entirely on your device.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information:

  • All communication with OpenAI's API is conducted over secure HTTPS connections
  • Your data is stored locally on your device using Chrome's secure storage APIs
  • We do not maintain any servers or databases that store your personal information
  • Your OpenAI API key (if provided) is stored securely in your browser and is never transmitted to our servers

However, no method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your data:

  • Access: You can access all your stored sticky notes directly through the extension interface
  • Deletion: You can delete individual sticky notes at any time or clear all extension data through your browser settings
  • Data Portability: Your data is stored in your browser's local storage and can be accessed through Chrome's developer tools
  • Opt-Out: You can stop using the extension at any time by disabling or uninstalling it from your browser

8. Children's Privacy

DeepDive is not intended for use by children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us, and we will take steps to delete such information.

9. Permissions Required

DeepDive requires the following Chrome permissions to function:

  • Storage: To save your sticky notes locally in your browser
  • Active Tab: To interact with ChatGPT web pages and display sticky notes
  • Host Permissions: To access and modify content on chat.openai.com or chatgpt.com pages

These permissions are used exclusively for the extension's functionality and nothing else.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" at the top. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

11. International Users

DeepDive is available globally. If you are accessing the extension from outside your country of residence, please note that your data is stored locally on your device. When you use the follow-up feature, your highlighted text is sent to OpenAI's servers, which may be located in different countries. By using DeepDive, you consent to the transfer of information to OpenAI's servers.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or the data practices of DeepDive, please contact us at:

Akaal Tech
Email: hello@akaal.tech
Address: F-21/21, Second Floor, F Block, Rohni Sector-15, North West Delhi, Delhi, India, 110089

13. Disclaimer

DeepDive is an independent Chrome extension and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by OpenAI or ChatGPT. The extension is provided "as is" without any warranties of any kind.