Show HN: Clotr, a browser extension that warns you before you send PII

Category: security

Tags: privacy, browser-extension, pii-detection, ai-safety, local-processing

Score: 6.0/10 (Innovation: 5, Technical: 5, Documentation: 8, Utility: 6)

Clotr is a browser extension that prevents accidental sharing of sensitive information (passwords, IDs, personal details) in AI chat interfaces by scanning outgoing messages and attachments for PII patterns. It emphasizes privacy by running entirely locally without network calls, and includes educational features like scam detection and practice exercises. The project stands out for its comprehensive documentation, clear permissions explanations, and focus on user empowerment.

Target audience: general users of AI chatbots, privacy-conscious individuals, parents and caregivers

Repository: https://github.com/clotr-app/clotr/releases/tag/v1.3.0 · JavaScript · AGPL-3.0 · 8 stars

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