Browser extensions with 8 million users collect extended AI conversations
Extensions for Chromium browsers have been collecting complete AI conversations over several months.
MAIN POINTS
- Extensions are designed for Chromium-based browsers.
- They collect entire AI conversation histories.
- Data collection spans several months.
- Privacy concerns arise from extensive data harvesting.
TAKEAWAYS
- Users should be cautious about browser extensions accessing conversation data.
- Regularly review permissions granted to browser extensions.
- Consider the implications of long-term data collection on privacy.
- Stay informed about privacy policies of browser extensions.