PrivyJSON for Chrome — Support

A local-first JSON and YAML reader, converter, and optional AI workspace.

This page covers setup, common questions, and troubleshooting for PrivyJSON for Chrome.

About PrivyJSON

PrivyJSON detects supported JSON and YAML responses in the tab you open, formats them for reading, and converts between formats. Its optional AI chat sends a question and the current document context directly to the provider you configure.

Requirements

Google Chrome or a compatible Chromium browser
No provider for core features — Formatting and JSON/YAML conversion do not need an account or AI service.
AI provider (optional) — Configure Ollama, LM Studio, or an OpenAI-compatible endpoint to use document chat.
- Ollama’s default endpoint is http://127.0.0.1:11434.
- LM Studio commonly uses http://127.0.0.1:1234/v1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is my data stored?

Answer: Provider settings, including a user-supplied API key when applicable, and conversation history are stored locally in Chrome extension storage. The current document is kept in session storage while its tab is open. The Extension does not send this data to a developer-operated service.

When is my document sent to an AI provider?

Answer: Only after you configure a provider and submit an AI chat message. PrivyJSON then sends the message and relevant current document context directly to that provider. Use a local provider or only share sensitive material with an endpoint you trust.

How do I configure AI chat?

Answer: Open the PrivyJSON toolbar menu, choose Ollama, LM Studio, or Custom (OpenAI-compatible), then enter the endpoint, model, and optional API key. Use Get models to save the current provider configuration and load its available models.

Why is a page not formatted?

Answer: PrivyJSON formats valid JSON and a pragmatic YAML subset. Check that the response is valid structured data; YAML anchors, aliases, block scalars, multi-document streams, and preserving comments during round trips are not currently supported.

How do I clear a conversation?

Answer: Select Clear in the document chat. To remove all saved provider settings and conversations, clear the Extension’s storage or uninstall the Extension.

Get Help

For bug reports, feature requests, or other support inquiries:

Email: support@kenelite.com

PrivyJSON is a non-commercial product; response times are not guaranteed.