Overview
uploadhelper is a Chrome extension that allows users to paste files from their clipboard into file input fields on web pages.
We do NOT collect, store, or transmit any user data.
Data Collection
Specifically:
- ❌ No personal information is collected
- ❌ No browsing history is tracked
- ❌ No clipboard data is stored or transmitted
- ❌ No analytics or tracking tools are used
- ❌ No data is sent to external servers
- ❌ No cookies are used
Permissions Used
The extension requires the following permissions:
clipboardRead
- Purpose: To read file data from your clipboard when you click the "Paste File" button
- Usage: Only activated when you explicitly click the paste button
- Data Storage: Clipboard data is processed locally and immediately discarded after pasting
host_permissions (all_urls)
- Purpose: To allow the extension to work on any website you visit
- Usage: Required for the content script to detect file input fields and show the paste button
- Data Access: The extension only interacts with file input elements; it does not read or modify other page content
How It Works
- The extension monitors your mouse movements to detect when you hover over file input fields
- When hovering over a compatible input, a "Paste File" button appears
- When you click the button, the extension reads the file from your clipboard
- The file is immediately assigned to the file input field
- All processing happens locally in your browser
Data Security
- All clipboard processing occurs entirely within your browser
- No data leaves your device
- No external network requests are made
- No background processes run when you're not using the extension
Third-Party Services
This extension does not use any third-party services, analytics, or tracking tools.
Children's Privacy
This extension does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13 years of age.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us at: support@uploadhelper.com
Consent
By using this extension, you consent to this privacy policy.