Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to common questions about the Clean Cart browser extension:
What is the Clean Cart browser extension?
Clean Cart is a free browser extension designed to help you browse online more mindfully by automatically hiding "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) advertisements and payment options (like Affirm, Klarna, Afterpay, etc.) on websites you visit.
Why block Buy Now, Pay Later ads?
BNPL options can sometimes encourage impulse spending and make it harder to track your true financial picture. Clean Cart aims to reduce these temptations at the source, promoting more conscious purchasing decisions and helping you stick to your financial goals.
How does it work? Does it slow down my browser?
The extension uses efficient methods to identify known BNPL elements on web pages as they load and hides them using standard web technologies. It's designed to be lightweight and should not noticeably impact your browsing speed or performance.
What data does the extension collect? Is it private?
Privacy is fundamental to Clean Cart. Please view our Privacy Policy for more information.
What if I see a BNPL ad that wasn't blocked by the extension?
The online landscape changes rapidly! While we work hard to keep our detection lists comprehensive, sometimes new BNPL formats appear or specific site implementations might be missed. If you encounter a BNPL ad that isn't blocked, we'd appreciate it if you let us know via email at support@haptic.software.
Does the extension block all ads?
No. Clean Cart is specifically designed to target Buy Now, Pay Later advertisements and related payment widgets. It is not intended to be a general-purpose ad blocker for display ads, video ads, etc.
Is the extension free?
Yes, the core BNPL blocking functionality of the Clean Cart browser extension is completely free and will remain free. Advanced features, such as the planned ability to block custom website elements you choose yourself, will be part of the premium "Pro" tier accessible via the mobile app subscription in the future.
Where can I learn more about the upcoming Clean Cart mobile app?
We're excited about the upcoming mobile app! You can visit the homepage to learn more about its features (like local-first privacy and habit tracking) and sign up to be notified when it launches.
Have a question that wasn't answered?
If you have any questions about the extension that weren't answered here, please contact the team via email at support@haptic.software.