PDF Buddy

Save PDFs to PDF Buddy with one click. Features duplicate detection and smart organization.

# PDF Buddy - Chrome Extension Save and organize PDFs from anywhere on the web with one click. Smart duplicate detection and seamless cloud sync. ## Detailed Description PDF Buddy is the fastest way to save, organize, and manage PDF files from across the web. With intelligent duplicate detection and seamless integration with your PDF Buddy account, you'll never lose track of important documents again. ### Key Features 🚀 **One-Click Save** - Save any PDF with a single click from the extension popup - Right-click context menu for quick access - Automatic file detection on PDF pages 🎯 **Smart Duplicate Detection** - Prevents saving the same PDF twice - Configurable settings - enable or disable as needed - Saves storage space and keeps your library clean ☁️ **Seamless Cloud Sync** - All PDFs automatically sync to your PDF Buddy account - Access your files from any device - Secure cloud storage on pdfbuddy.co.uk 📱 **User-Friendly Interface** - Clean, intuitive popup interface - Real-time save progress - Desktop notifications for save confirmation 🔐 **Secure Authentication** - Sign in with your Google account - Secure OAuth 2.0 authentication - Your data stays private and secure ### How It Works 1. Click the PDF Buddy icon while viewing any PDF 2. Optionally add a custom title 3. Click "Save to PDF Buddy" 4. Get instant confirmation when saved! Access your saved PDFs anytime at https://www.pdfbuddy.co.uk ### Privacy & Security - No data collection beyond core functionality - All authentication tokens stored locally on your device - PDFs saved only to your personal account - No third-party data sharing - Open source and transparent ### Perfect For - Research and academic work - Legal document management - Technical documentation - Receipt and invoice organization - Article and paper collection --- ## Permission Justifications ### storage Securely stores user authentication tokens and extension preferences locally on your device. No data is sent to third parties. ### activeTab Detects if the current tab contains a PDF file and enables the save functionality. Only accesses the active tab when you click the extension icon. ### contextMenus Creates a convenient right-click menu option to quickly save PDF links. Only appears when right-clicking on PDF links. ### tabs Accesses the current tab's URL and title when saving PDFs to properly name and organize your files. Also used to open saved PDFs in new tabs from the extension. ### identity Enables secure Google OAuth authentication for signing in with your Google account. No passwords are stored in the extension. ### notifications Displays desktop notifications to confirm successful PDF saves or alert you to any errors. Can be disabled in your browser settings. ### host_permissions (http://*/*, https://*/*) Required to download PDF files from any website you visit and upload them to your PDF Buddy account. This allows you to save PDFs from any domain without restrictions. --- ## Remote Code Statement **No remote code is used.** All code is bundled within the extension package and reviewed by Chrome Web Store. --- ## Data Usage & Privacy Compliance ✓ **Minimal Data Collection:** This extension only collects data necessary for its core functionality (saving PDFs to your account). ✓ **Local Storage:** Authentication tokens and user preferences are stored locally on your device only. ✓ **User-Controlled Uploads:** PDF files are only uploaded when you explicitly click the save button. Files go directly to your own PDF Buddy account at pdfbuddy.co.uk. ✓ **No Third-Party Sharing:** Your data is never shared with third parties. PDFs are stored on your personal account only. ✓ **Transparent Processing:** All PDF uploads are visible to you with progress indicators and confirmation notifications. ✓ **Secure Transmission:** All data transfers use HTTPS encryption. ✓ **Account Deletion:** Delete your account and all associated data anytime at pdfbuddy.co.uk. --- ## Support & Feedback Need help? Visit our support page or contact us: - Website: https://www.pdfbuddy.co.uk - Support: support@pdfbuddy.co.uk We'd love to hear your feedback! --- **Version 1.1.0** - Now with duplicate detection!