Storage System

Cookie Porter uses a sophisticated storage architecture to ensure data integrity and security.

Local Storage

The extension relies on chrome.storage.local to store all user data. This allows for:

• Offline Access: You can view and manage your data even without an internet connection.
• Performance: Instant loading of sessions and notes.
• Persistence: Data remains available until manually cleared or the extension is uninstalled.

AES Encryption

To protect sensitive information (especially cookies), Cookie Porter implements an encryption layer:

1. Encryption: All data is encrypted using AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) before being written to chrome.storage.
2. Key Management: Keys are generated and stored securely within the extension’s private context.
3. Decryption: Data is decrypted only when needed for display or injection into a tab.

Live Update System

The UI uses a subscription-based liveUpdate system:

• It listens for changes in chrome.storage.
• When a change is detected (e.g., after a sync or a local edit), the UI components are automatically notified.
• This ensures that the extension popup and options page always show the most up-to-date information without manual refreshes.