FlowTap Privacy Policy
Last updated: 2026-05-17
FlowTap is a Chrome extension that records and replays browser interactions to help you automate repetitive tasks. The short version of this policy: FlowTap does not collect, transmit, sell, or share any user data. Everything stays on your computer.
1. What data the extension touches
When you click Record, FlowTap stores a list of "steps" you performed in the active browser tab. Each step contains:
- The type of action (click, text input, dropdown selection)
- CSS selectors, ARIA labels, element text, and an XPath identifying the element you interacted with
- For input / select actions, the value you typed or selected
- The URL of the page at the time of the action
- A timestamp
This data is required for FlowTap to replay the workflow later.
2. Where the data is stored
All workflow data is written to chrome.storage.local,
a sandboxed local storage area provided by Chrome. The data:
- Stays on your computer
- Is not synced across devices
- Is not transmitted to any server operated by us or any third party
- Is removed when you uninstall the extension or clear browser data
We do not operate any backend, analytics, or telemetry endpoint. The extension has no
fetch,
XMLHttpRequest, or
WebSocket calls in its source code.
3. Permissions
| Permission | Why |
|---|---|
| storage | Save recorded workflows locally |
| activeTab | Identify which tab to record from / replay into when you click the FlowTap icon |
| <all_urls> | Users may automate tasks on any site; a passive listener loads on each page but stays inert until you click Record or Replay |
4. Sensitive data
Because FlowTap records what you type into input fields, a workflow may contain sensitive text such as passwords, names, or email addresses. This data is stored only on your computer as described above. We recommend:
- Do not record workflows that capture passwords or payment information
- Delete workflows you no longer need
- Review the Steps panel after recording to confirm what was captured
5. Children
FlowTap is not directed at children under 13 and we do not knowingly collect data from them (or from anyone, for that matter).
6. Changes to this policy
If the extension ever begins collecting or transmitting data (e.g. for a paid Pro plan with cloud sync), this policy will be updated and the change will be highlighted in the extension's release notes prior to taking effect.
7. Contact
Questions, concerns, or bug reports: brainy168@gmail.com