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Privacy & Permissions – FolderLM

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FolderLM is built to make NotebookLM more organized, faster, and easier to use. Because FolderLM is a Chrome extension, it needs certain browser permissions to work properly with NotebookLM pages, your extension dashboard, folder organization, import actions, prompts, and account sync.

This page explains, in simple language, what FolderLM can access, why permissions are needed, what data may be stored, and how we protect your privacy.

Our privacy approach

FolderLM is designed as a productivity layer for NotebookLM, not as a replacement for NotebookLM.

Your NotebookLM notebooks, sources, and AI-generated content remain inside NotebookLM. FolderLM adds organization and workflow tools around your NotebookLM experience, such as folders, dashboard views, prompt tools, imports, source tools, and productivity actions.

Our goal is simple:

Give users better organization without misusing their data.

FolderLM is designed to:

use permissions only for product functionality
avoid collecting unnecessary information
keep NotebookLM content inside NotebookLM
not sell user data
not use private notebook content for advertising
give users control over installation, permissions, sign-in, and uninstalling

Is FolderLM made by Google?

No. FolderLM is an independent Chrome extension created to improve the NotebookLM workflow.

* Disclaimer: FolderLM is not made by Google and is not officially affiliated with Google or NotebookLM. NotebookLM remains Google’s product. FolderLM only adds extra productivity features around it.

What data does FolderLM use?

FolderLM may use different types of data depending on the features you use.

1. Account information

If you sign in, FolderLM may use basic Google account information such as:

email address
basic profile information
user identity needed for sign-in and sync

This helps FolderLM connect your folder organization, settings, and preferences to your account.

! Security Note: FolderLM does not need your Google password. Sign-in is handled through Google authentication.

2. Folder and organization data

FolderLM may store organization-related information such as:

folder names
notebook references
notebook titles
notebook IDs or URLs
folder-to-notebook mapping
favorite notebooks
user preferences
dashboard settings
prompt library data, where applicable

This data is needed so FolderLM can remember how you organized your NotebookLM workspace.

For example, if you create a folder called Research and place multiple notebooks inside it, FolderLM needs to save that folder structure so it is available later.

3. NotebookLM page information

FolderLM may read information from NotebookLM pages to provide features such as:

detecting notebooks
showing notebook names
organizing notebooks into folders
opening notebooks from the dashboard
managing NotebookLM-related UI tools
supporting source tools
supporting copy with citations
supporting prompt insertion
improving layout or full-screen actions

FolderLM needs access to NotebookLM pages because its features work directly with the NotebookLM browser experience.

4. Current page information for import features

If you use features like Import Current Page, FolderLM may access the page you are currently viewing so it can help send or prepare that page for your NotebookLM workflow.

This permission is used for user-triggered import actions. It does not mean FolderLM is automatically collecting every page you visit.

5. Support, feedback, and form submissions

If you submit a support form, bug report, feedback form, feature request, or business inquiry, FolderLM may receive the information you choose to provide, such as:

name
email address
company name
bug description
feature request
screenshots or recordings
browser and operating system details
issue severity
message or inquiry details

This information is used to respond to you, fix bugs, improve the product, and understand user needs.

What FolderLM does not do

FolderLM is designed with clear privacy boundaries.

FolderLM does not:

sell your personal data
sell your NotebookLM data
use your private notebook content for advertising
ask for your Google password
request Gmail access
request Google Drive access as a general account permission
request Google Docs access as a general account permission
publish or share your notebooks
delete your NotebookLM notebooks without your intentional action
replace NotebookLM’s storage system

Your NotebookLM content remains inside NotebookLM.

Why does FolderLM need Chrome permissions?

Chrome extensions need permissions to interact with browser tabs, pages, sign-in, storage, and supported websites.

Some permission names may sound technical or broad, so here is what they mean in simple language.

Storage permission

FolderLM uses storage permission to save extension data such as:

folder organization
saved settings
dashboard preferences
prompt library data
local user preferences
sync-related extension data

Without storage permission, FolderLM would not be able to remember your folders, settings, or workspace preferences.

Tabs permission

FolderLM uses tabs permission to understand which page you are currently using and to support actions such as:

detecting NotebookLM tabs
opening NotebookLM pages
opening FolderLM dashboard pages
importing the current page
checking whether NotebookLM is already open
focusing the correct tab when needed

For example, if you click Import Current Page, FolderLM needs to know which tab you are on.

Windows permission

FolderLM may use windows permission to manage browser windows or tabs related to FolderLM workflows.

This can help with actions such as:

opening the dashboard
focusing an existing NotebookLM window
improving extension navigation
managing product flows that require a new tab or window

This permission helps FolderLM behave more smoothly inside Chrome.

Identity and identity.email permissions

FolderLM uses identity permissions for Google sign-in.

These permissions help FolderLM:

let users sign in with Google
identify the signed-in account
support account-based sync
keep user-specific folder organization connected to the correct account

FolderLM uses basic Google account identity information. It does not require your Google password.

NotebookLM page access

FolderLM runs on NotebookLM pages so it can add productivity features.

This is needed for:

folder organization
notebook detection
notebook title syncing
prompt tools
source tools
layout improvements
full-screen tools
citation-related actions
dashboard and notebook workflow support

Because FolderLM is built specifically for NotebookLM, it needs permission to interact with NotebookLM pages.

Why does FolderLM request access to websites?

FolderLM may request website access to support features such as Import Current Page.

This helps FolderLM understand or prepare the page you choose to import into your NotebookLM workflow.

* Important clarification: Website access does not mean FolderLM is automatically reading all websites you visit. The main purpose is to support user-triggered features where you intentionally use FolderLM on the current page.

Why does FolderLM connect to Google or Firebase services?

FolderLM may connect to Google-related services for sign-in, authentication, and sync.

This can be used for:

Google login
account verification
secure authentication
saving folder organization
syncing user preferences
keeping FolderLM data available across sessions or devices

These services help FolderLM provide account-based features.

Does FolderLM read my entire NotebookLM notebook content?

FolderLM works inside the NotebookLM browser experience, so some features may interact with visible NotebookLM page information.

However, FolderLM’s main purpose is organization and workflow support, not collecting or selling notebook content.

Some features may need to detect page elements such as:

notebook titles
notebook links
source information
visible response/citation elements
selected notebook or current notebook context

FolderLM does not use your private NotebookLM content for advertising or data resale.

Does FolderLM store my NotebookLM sources?

FolderLM is designed so that NotebookLM content remains in NotebookLM.

FolderLM may store source-related metadata or references if needed for product features, but it is not designed to replace NotebookLM’s source storage.

Your actual NotebookLM sources remain managed by NotebookLM.

Does FolderLM store my folders?

Yes, FolderLM may store folder organization data so your workspace remains organized.

This may include:

folder names
notebooks inside folders
notebook references
organization preferences
sync data

This is necessary because FolderLM needs to remember your folder structure.

Does FolderLM use my data for ads?

No. FolderLM does not use your private NotebookLM content for advertising.

If FolderLM collects feedback, support, or inquiry information, it is used to improve the product, respond to users, and manage support or business communication.

Does FolderLM sell user data?

No. FolderLM does not sell user data.

FolderLM is built as a productivity tool for NotebookLM users, not as a data-selling product.

Can FolderLM see my Google password?

No. FolderLM does not see your Google password.

If you sign in with Google, authentication is handled through Google’s sign-in system. FolderLM receives only the account information needed for sign-in and product functionality.

Does FolderLM access Gmail?

No. FolderLM does not require Gmail access for its core functionality.

FolderLM’s sign-in uses basic Google account identity information, not Gmail mailbox access.

Does FolderLM access Google Drive?

FolderLM does not request general Google Drive access as part of its basic sign-in flow.

FolderLM works with NotebookLM pages and extension workflows. Your NotebookLM data stays within NotebookLM.

Does FolderLM work with work or school Google accounts?

FolderLM may work with work or school Google accounts, but access can depend on your organization’s admin settings.

Some organizations restrict:

third-party Chrome extensions
Google sign-in for external apps
browser permissions
third-party app access
account data sharing

If FolderLM does not work with your work or school account, your organization may need to allow access.

How does FolderLM protect user privacy?

FolderLM follows these basic privacy principles:

Use only needed permissions: FolderLM asks for permissions required to provide product functionality.
Keep NotebookLM as the source of truth: FolderLM does not replace NotebookLM’s storage. NotebookLM remains where your notebook content lives.
Store organization data only when needed: FolderLM may store folders, settings, notebook references, and preferences so the product can function.
Avoid unnecessary data collection: FolderLM is designed around workflow improvement, not background data collection.
No data selling: FolderLM does not sell user data.
User-controlled actions: Features like import, feedback submission, bug reports, and support requests are initiated by the user.

What data may be synced across devices?

If sync is enabled, FolderLM may sync data such as:

folders
notebook organization
saved preferences
prompt library entries
dashboard settings
account-linked extension data

This helps you keep your organization available when using FolderLM on another device.

What happens if I uninstall FolderLM?

If you uninstall FolderLM:

the Chrome extension is removed from your browser
NotebookLM will continue to work normally
your NotebookLM notebooks remain in NotebookLM
FolderLM tools will no longer appear
local extension data may be removed depending on Chrome behavior
synced FolderLM organization data may no longer be accessible unless you reinstall and sign in again

Uninstalling FolderLM does not delete your NotebookLM notebooks.

How can I control FolderLM permissions?

You can manage FolderLM permissions from Chrome.

Basic steps:

Open Chrome.
Go to Extensions.
Find FolderLM.
Open extension details.
Review site access and permissions.
Change access settings if Chrome allows it.
Disable or remove the extension if you no longer want to use it.

You can also uninstall FolderLM at any time.

How can I reduce access?

To reduce access, you can:

use FolderLM only when needed
review site permissions in Chrome
disable the extension when not using it
remove the extension if you no longer need it
avoid submitting support files that contain sensitive information
avoid importing pages that contain private information unless you intend to use them in NotebookLM

What should I avoid sharing in forms?

When submitting support, bug, or feedback forms, avoid sharing sensitive information unless it is necessary for troubleshooting.

Avoid sharing:

passwords
private keys
financial information
government ID numbers
highly sensitive personal information
confidential company documents
private NotebookLM content unrelated to the issue

* If a screenshot is needed, hide or blur sensitive information first.

Why does Chrome show scary permission warnings?

Chrome displays broad permission warnings for extensions because extensions can interact with browser pages.

These warnings are meant to help users understand that an extension may access certain pages or browser information.

For FolderLM, permissions are used to support features such as:

NotebookLM enhancement
current page import
folder sync
Google sign-in
dashboard functionality
prompt tools
source tools
citation tools

Some permissions may sound broad, but they exist so the extension can work correctly.

When does FolderLM access a page?

FolderLM may access a page when:

you are using NotebookLM
you open the FolderLM extension
you use FolderLM tools on a supported page
you trigger an import action
you open the dashboard
you use prompt, citation, source, or layout features

FolderLM is not designed to silently collect your browsing history.

Does FolderLM track browsing history?

FolderLM is not designed as a browsing history tracker.

FolderLM may need to know the current active tab or page for features such as Import Current Page, but its purpose is to support your NotebookLM workflow, not to build a browsing history profile.

Does FolderLM use analytics?

If FolderLM uses analytics, they should be used only to understand product performance, usage patterns, bugs, and feature improvement.

Analytics should not be used to sell private NotebookLM content or personally exploit user data.

For your published website, you can use this safer wording:

FolderLM may use limited analytics to improve product reliability, understand feature usage, and fix issues. We do not use private NotebookLM content for advertising or data resale.

How are bug reports and feedback used?

Bug reports and feedback help FolderLM improve.

They may be used to:

identify broken features
understand user pain points
prioritize fixes
improve UI and UX
plan future features
respond to support requests

If you provide your email, the team may contact you for follow-up.

How are business inquiries used?

Business inquiry information may be used to respond to:

advertising opportunities
sponsorship inquiries
collaboration requests
media inquiries
partnership proposals
related business communication

Business inquiry data is used for communication and evaluation of the inquiry.

What should users know before installing FolderLM?

Before installing FolderLM, users should know:

FolderLM is an independent extension, not made by Google.
FolderLM is built for NotebookLM users.
FolderLM needs permissions to work with NotebookLM and Chrome tabs.
FolderLM may store organization data such as folders and settings.
NotebookLM content remains inside NotebookLM.
Users can disable or uninstall FolderLM at any time.

Privacy summary

FolderLM uses permissions to provide organization and productivity features for NotebookLM.

In simple terms:

Permission Type	How FolderLM Uses It
Storage	Used to save your folders and settings.
Tabs	Used to detect and open relevant pages.
Windows	Used to manage extension workflows.
Identity	Used for Google sign-in.
NotebookLM access	Used to provide NotebookLM-related tools.
Website access	Supports user-triggered import features.
Google/Firebase services	Supports sign-in and sync.

FolderLM does not sell your data, does not ask for your Google password, and does not use your private NotebookLM content for advertising.

FAQ

Is FolderLM safe to install?

FolderLM is designed as a productivity extension for NotebookLM. As with any extension, users should install it only from the official Chrome Web Store listing and review permissions before installing.

Why does FolderLM need access to NotebookLM?

FolderLM needs access to NotebookLM pages to provide features like folders, prompts, source tools, citations, layout improvements, and notebook organization.

Why does FolderLM need my email?

Your email helps identify your account for sign-in, sync, and support purposes.

Can FolderLM delete my notebooks?

FolderLM is not designed to delete your NotebookLM notebooks automatically. NotebookLM remains the main system where your notebooks are stored.

Can FolderLM read my private notes?

FolderLM may interact with visible NotebookLM page information to provide features, but it is not designed to collect or sell your private NotebookLM content.

Can I use FolderLM without signing in?

Some features may work without sign-in, but account-based features like sync may require login.

Can I remove FolderLM later?

Yes. You can remove FolderLM from Chrome at any time. Your NotebookLM notebooks will remain in NotebookLM.

Who should I contact for privacy questions?

For privacy-related questions, contact the FolderLM team through the official support or contact form on the FolderLM website.

Final note

FolderLM is built to improve the NotebookLM experience while respecting user privacy.

We believe users should understand what permissions are used, why they are needed, and how their data is handled. If you have privacy questions, permission concerns, or feedback, please contact the FolderLM team.