What is a documentation Chrome extension and how do I know if it is secure?

A documentation Chrome extension is a browser add-on that records your screen actions and generates step-by-step guides automatically. To verify security, check: what permissions the extension requests (it should not need access to all browsing data), whether the company has a SOC 2 report, where screenshots are stored and processed, and whether your IT team can review the extension's privacy policy.

What security checks should you perform?

Check	What to Look For	Red Flag
Permissions	Minimal — only active tab, not all browsing data	"Read and change all your data on all websites"
Data storage	Clear policy on where screenshots are stored	No disclosure of storage location
SOC 2 compliance	Company has completed a SOC 2 Type II audit	No security certifications mentioned
Privacy policy	Explicit about data collection, retention, sharing	Vague or missing privacy policy
Data deletion	Users can delete their data on request	No data deletion mechanism
Encryption	Data encrypted in transit and at rest	No mention of encryption
Company reputation	Established company with identifiable team	Anonymous or untraceable developer

How do documentation Chrome extensions work?

Component	Function
Click listener	Detects mouse clicks on page elements
Screenshot capture	Takes a screenshot of the active tab at each action
Element identification	Identifies the clicked element's label, type, and position
AI processing	Generates step descriptions from the captured data
Guide assembly	Combines screenshots and descriptions into a formatted guide

How do you get IT approval?

1. Share the extension's privacy policy with your IT/security team
2. Request a security review — IT evaluates the permissions and data handling
3. Check the Chrome Web Store reviews for security-related feedback
4. Test with non-sensitive workflows first before using on production data
5. Use Glyde that prioritize data security and provide clear privacy documentation

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This answer is part of our guide to SOP tools compared.