Privacy Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
Thank you for using PicHound (hereinafter referred to as “the Extension”). Your privacy is our top priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle your data.
1. Core Privacy Commitment
All image processing happens locally in your browser. Your images are never uploaded to any server.
2. What We Do NOT Collect
We want to be absolutely clear about what we never collect:
| Data Type | Collected? |
|---|---|
| Your images | ❌ Never |
| Browsing history | ❌ Never |
| Page content | ❌ Never |
| Clipboard data | ❌ Never |
| Keyboard input | ❌ Never |
| Other app data | ❌ Never |
3. What We Collect (Minimal)
The only data we collect is for license verification:
- Device Identifier: A random ID to identify your device for activation
- License Key: Your purchased license key
- Activation Status: Whether your license is active
This data is transmitted via HTTPS encryption and stored securely.
4. Browser Permissions Explained
4.1 Permissions We Request
| Permission | Why We Need It | What We Do |
|---|---|---|
activeTab | Access current page when you click the extension | Detect visible images on the page you’re viewing |
downloads | Save images to your device | Save images to your local downloads folder |
storage | Store extension settings | Save your preferences locally |
4.2 Permissions We Do NOT Request
We deliberately avoid requesting these high-risk permissions:
- ❌
*://*/*(all websites access) - ❌
tabs(access all open tabs) - ❌
history(browsing history) - ❌
webRequest/webRequestBlocking(intercept network requests)
5. Local Processing
All core features run entirely in your browser:
| Feature | Processing Location |
|---|---|
| Image detection | 100% Local |
| Image filtering | 100% Local |
| Image editing | 100% Local |
| Format conversion | 100% Local |
| Color extraction | 100% Local |
| File saving | 100% Local |
We cannot see your images because they never leave your device.
6. Third-Party Services
| Service | Purpose | Data Shared |
|---|---|---|
| Payment platforms | Process purchases | Payment info (we don’t store it) |
| Reverse image search | Search similar images | Opens in new tab (we don’t intercept) |
7. What We Do NOT Do
To be crystal clear, we never:
- Upload your images to any server
- Track your browsing behavior
- Sell or share your data with third parties
- Use your data for advertising
- Store any data beyond license verification
8. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request information about data we hold (license data only)
- Request deletion of your license data
- Unbind devices at any time
- Use the extension without an account (with limitations)
9. Data Security
- All network communication uses HTTPS encryption
- License data is stored on secure servers
- Local data is stored in browser’s sandboxed storage
- We follow industry security best practices
10. Children’s Privacy
The Extension is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this policy from time to time. Significant changes will be notified in the extension.
12. Contact Us
Privacy questions? Contact us at: contact@pichound.app
By using the Extension, you agree to this Privacy Policy.
Our commitment: Your images stay on your device. Always.