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SECURITY.md

Security Policy

Supported Versions

We actively support the following versions of NagMinder with security updates:

Version Supported
1.1.x
1.0.x
< 1.0

Privacy & Data Security

NagMinder is designed with privacy as a core principle:

  • No Data Collection: We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal data
  • Local Storage Only: All time tracking data remains on your device
  • No External Servers: No data is sent to external servers or analytics services
  • Open Source: All code is publicly available for security review
  • Minimal Permissions: Only requests necessary Chrome API permissions

Reporting a Vulnerability

If you discover a security vulnerability in NagMinder, please report it responsibly:

Where to Report

  • GitHub Issues: For non-sensitive issues, create a GitHub issue
  • Email: For sensitive security concerns, email the maintainer directly
  • Security Advisory: Use GitHub's private security advisory feature

What to Include

  • Description of the vulnerability
  • Steps to reproduce the issue
  • Potential impact assessment
  • Suggested fix (if available)

Response Timeline

  • Initial Response: Within 48 hours
  • Status Update: Weekly updates on investigation progress
  • Resolution: Security fixes prioritized and released as soon as possible

What to Expect

  • Accepted Vulnerabilities: Will be patched and released promptly
  • Declined Reports: Will receive explanation and alternative suggestions
  • Credit: Security researchers will be credited (unless anonymity is requested)

Security Best Practices

When using NagMinder:

  • Keep the extension updated to the latest version
  • Only install from official sources (Chrome Web Store or GitHub releases)
  • Review permissions before installation
  • Report any suspicious behavior

Extension Permissions Explained

NagMinder requests these Chrome permissions for legitimate functionality:

  • storage: Store your settings and time tracking data locally
  • tabs: Detect which websites you're visiting for time tracking
  • idle: Pause tracking when your computer is idle

We do not request permissions for:

  • Network access
  • Browsing history
  • Personal data access
  • Cross-origin requests

There aren't any published security advisories