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How to use this workflow
Inventory enabled extensions
Open your browser extension settings and inspect site access for this music-tool origin. Record extension name, enabled state and whether access is on click, selected sites or all sites. Do not assume every installed extension runs on every page.
Compare a controlled profile
Repeat a harmless short-file operation in a profile with no optional extensions enabled. Keep browser version, source and settings fixed. A difference identifies a troubleshooting lead, not proof of interception or malicious behavior.
An extension access decision table
Original proposed decision worksheet: an extension with all-sites access has a broader permission scope than one restricted to an unrelated site. Permission is an ability, not evidence that it actually read a recording. File selection does not automatically expose arbitrary disk files to every page.
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| Observed access | Question | Practical action |
|---|---|---|
| All sites | Does this extension need the editor? | Restrict access if its function permits |
| On click | Was it activated in this tab? | Record activation state |
| Managed extension | Can settings be changed? | Use an approved device or ask its owner |
Verify the result and record its limits
Inspect the editor again after changing access and reloading. Keep useful accessibility or managed extensions when required; do not disable security controls merely to make a tool run. Local audio processing describes the website’s processing path and does not establish a privacy guarantee for your browser extensions or operating system.
Common questions
Was this example measured on my device?
No. The worksheet and any hypothetical numbers are explicitly labeled. Use a harmless recording to collect your own observations and record the browser, date and exact operation.