Smart Timesheet Tracker

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 2024

Overview

TimeWise is a privacy-first time tracking Chrome extension that helps you monitor your work productivity through intelligent check-ins.

Data Collection

TimeWise collects and stores the following data locally on your device only:

Information We Store Locally:

  • Task descriptions you enter during check-ins
  • Timestamps of when tasks were logged
  • Website context (domain names where you were working)
  • Work schedule preferences (work days, hours, frequency)
  • Sound and theme preferences
  • Completion status of work days

Data Storage

  • All data is stored locally in your browser using Chrome's secure storage API
  • No data is transmitted to external servers
  • No cloud storage or remote databases are used
  • No personal information is collected or stored

Data Usage

Your data is used exclusively to:

  • Display your productivity analytics
  • Generate daily/weekly summaries
  • Provide personalized check-in reminders
  • Export your timesheet data (CSV format)

Data Sharing

  • We do not share, sell, or transmit your data to any third parties
  • No analytics or tracking services are integrated
  • No advertising networks have access to your information
  • Your data never leaves your device

Data Control

You have complete control over your data:

  • View all stored data through the extension interface
  • Export your data as CSV files anytime
  • Delete specific days or all data through reset options
  • Uninstall the extension removes all stored data permanently

Permissions Explained

TimeWise requests these Chrome permissions:

  • storage - Store your preferences and task data locally
  • activeTab - Detect website context for task logging
  • idle - Check if you're actively working (prevents interruptions)
  • scripting - Display check-in popups on web pages
  • alarms - Schedule periodic check-in reminders
  • downloads - Enable CSV export functionality

Security

  • Data is encrypted using Chrome's built-in security measures
  • No network connections are made by the extension
  • No external scripts or resources are loaded
  • Extension follows Chrome's security best practices

Contact

For privacy questions or concerns:

  • Developer: Abhishek Sharmale
  • Chrome Web Store: TimeWise Extension Page

Your Rights

Since all data is stored locally:

  • You own all your data completely
  • No data portability issues (export as CSV)
  • No account deletion needed (just uninstall)
  • No data retention policies (you control everything)