I’m building a tool to discover who holds your personal data (and delete it) 🛠️
Hi everyone! 👋 The core idea is simple: finding out which companies hold your personal data shouldn't take hours of research, and asking them to delete it shouldn't require hours of manual work either. To address this, I’m working on a tool that combines a local browser extension with a companion website. 🔍 How it works (2-step process) Local detection: The browser extension uses various…
A new tool aims to help individuals identify who possesses their personal data and streamline the process of requesting its deletion. The project, currently in beta, combines a browser extension with a companion website to simplify a potentially time-consuming task.
The browser extension operates locally, scanning for domains, vendors, and data brokers that may have access to users' information. Once the extension has gathered this information, users can access the website to prepare deletion requests tailored to relevant laws. The tool does not provide definitive answers but offers strong indicators to guide users in taking action.
While it is uncertain if a similar tool already exists, the creator believes such a resource could benefit those seeking to manage their data without dedicating extensive time to the process. The project is open-source, and the creator is seeking feedback on the overall concept and features. Current limitations include temporary restrictions on the website. Users are invited to explore the extension for Chrome, Firefox, and test it out using the provided links.
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