Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 27, 2025
Privacy at a Glance
What We Collect
Content you summarize, auth tokens, usage stats
Why We Collect
To provide AI summarization services
How We Protect
HTTPS encryption, no permanent content storage
Your Control
Uninstall anytime, delete account on request
Introduction
Sumwise ("we," "our," or "us") operates the Sumwise AI Summarizer browser extension (the "Extension"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our Extension.
By using the Extension, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Content You Choose to Summarize
When you use the Extension to summarize content, we temporarily process:
- Web Page Content: Text from pages you choose to summarize
- PDF Documents: Text from PDFs you upload or provide URLs for
- YouTube Video URLs: Video identifiers for summarization
Important: We only access content when you explicitly click "Summarize". We do not automatically scan or collect browsing data.
1.2 Authentication Information
- Authentication Tokens: Stored locally to maintain your session
- Account Information: Email and user ID (server-side only)
1.3 Usage Data
- Summary Count: For rate limiting purposes
- Content Type: Web/PDF/YouTube tracking
- Timestamps: When summaries were created
2. How We Use Your Information
2.1 Core Functionality
- AI summarization through our models
- User authentication and session management
- Daily usage limit enforcement
2.2 Service Improvement
- Improving summarization accuracy
- Bug fixing and technical improvements
- Feature development based on usage patterns
3. Data Storage and Retention
3.1 Local Storage (Your Browser)
- Auth Tokens: Until sign out or expiration
- Session Summaries: Temporary, deleted on tab close
3.2 Server Storage
- Account Data: While account is active
- Usage Stats: 90 days for rate limiting
- Content: NOT permanently stored - processed in real-time only
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We Do NOT Sell Your Data
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.
Third-Party Services
- AI Processing: Amazon Bedrock (AWS)
- Hosting: Chrome Web Store, AWS infrastructure
5. Data Security
We implement robust security measures:
Encryption
All data uses HTTPS/TLS encryption
Access Controls
Strict backend system controls
Secure Storage
Tokens stored safely in browser
Regular Audits
Security reviews and updates
6. Your Rights and Choices
Access and Control
- View your data at sumwise.ai
- Request account deletion
- Uninstall Extension anytime
Contact Us
To exercise your privacy rights or for any questions:
Email: privacy@sumwise.ai
Website: https://sumwise.ai
7. Children's Privacy
Our Extension is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at privacy@sumwise.ai.
8. Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy. We'll notify you by:
- Posting updates on this page
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Extension notifications for material changes
9. Regional Privacy Rights
California (CCPA)
California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Opt-out of data sales (we don't sell data)
- Request deletion of personal information
European Union (GDPR)
EEA residents have the right to:
- Access, rectify, and erase personal data
- Data portability and processing restrictions
- Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities