Introduction
CookieSweep is a browser extension developed by TWINDLE NEDERLAND B.V. that helps users manage cookies by automatically deleting them when tabs are closed. This privacy policy explains how CookieSweep handles your data.
Information Collection
CookieSweep operates entirely within your browser and does not collect, transmit, or store any of your personal data on external servers. All data processing happens locally on your device.
Local Storage
CookieSweep stores the following information locally in your browser's storage:
- Your extension settings and preferences
- Statistics about deleted cookies (domains, counts, and timestamps)
- Custom rules and whitelisted domains you've configured
This information never leaves your device and is only used to provide the extension's functionality.
Cookie Access
CookieSweep requires access to browser cookies to function. It can read and delete cookies based on your settings. The extension does not use this access to track you or collect your browsing history.
Permissions
CookieSweep requires several browser permissions to function properly:
- cookies: To read and delete browser cookies
- tabs: To detect when tabs are closed and to associate cookies with tabs
- storage: To save your settings and statistics
- notifications: To display optional alerts about cookie deletion
- webRequest: To detect third-party resources loaded by websites
- declarativeNetRequest: For the optional fingerprinting protection feature
Data Retention
All data stored by CookieSweep is kept locally in your browser. You can clear this data at any time by:
- Using the "Clear Stats" button in the Statistics tab
- Uninstalling the extension
- Clearing your browser's extension storage
Third-Party Services
CookieSweep does not integrate with or send data to any third-party services or analytics platforms.
Changes to This Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the extension accordingly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: