Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

What is Feed Fabrik?

Feed Fabrik is a modern RSS feed reader browser extension designed for Chrome and Brave browsers. It offers automatic feed discovery, beautiful themes, smart collections, and cross-device synchronization.

How much does Feed Fabrik cost?

Feed Fabrik is completely free to use. We believe everyone should have access to a great RSS reading experience without any cost barriers.

When will Feed Fabrik be available?

Feed Fabrik is currently in development. We’re working hard to deliver the best possible experience and will announce the release date soon. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when we launch.

Which browsers are supported?

Feed Fabrik is primarily designed for:

• Chrome - Full feature support
• Brave - Full feature support
• Other Chromium-based browsers - Basic support

Features & Functionality

How does automatic feed discovery work?

Feed Fabrik automatically scans websites for RSS feeds and displays a notification when feeds are detected. Simply click the Feed Fabrik icon in your toolbar to subscribe with one click.

What are dual-axis themes?

Our unique dual-axis theme system lets you independently choose:

• Theme mode: Light, Dark, or System (follows your OS preference)
• Color palette: Default, Ocean, Forest, or Sunset

This gives you 12 different theme combinations to match your preferences perfectly.

How do collections work?

Collections help you organize your feeds into categories. You can:

• Create custom collections with names, colors, and icons
• Drag and drop feeds between collections
• Filter your reading view by collection
• Use collections to separate work feeds from personal feeds

Does Feed Fabrik sync across devices?

Yes! When you’re signed into Chrome, Feed Fabrik automatically syncs:

• Your subscribed feeds
• Collections and organization
• Reading preferences
• Theme settings

Technical Questions

How are feeds stored?

Feed Fabrik stores your data locally in your browser using Chrome’s storage APIs. If you enable sync, encrypted data is synchronized through Chrome’s secure sync service.

Can I import feeds from other RSS readers?

Yes! Feed Fabrik supports OPML import, which is the standard format used by most RSS readers. You can easily migrate your existing subscriptions.

Can I export my feeds?

Absolutely. Feed Fabrik supports OPML export, so you can backup your feeds or move them to another RSS reader if needed.

Does Feed Fabrik work offline?

Feed Fabrik requires an internet connection to fetch new articles. However, previously loaded articles remain accessible when offline.

Privacy & Security

What data does Feed Fabrik collect?

Feed Fabrik respects your privacy and collects minimal data:

• No personal information - We don’t collect names, emails, or personal data
• No reading analytics - We don’t track what you read or when
• No third-party sharing - Your data stays with you

Is my data secure?

Yes. Your data is:

• Stored locally in your browser’s secure storage
• Encrypted during sync using Chrome’s built-in encryption
• Never stored on our servers - we don’t have access to your feeds or reading data

Can I use Feed Fabrik without syncing?

Absolutely! Sync is completely optional. You can use Feed Fabrik entirely locally without any data leaving your device.

Troubleshooting

A feed isn’t updating

Try these steps:

1. Check if the feed URL is still valid
2. Manually refresh the feed
3. Check your internet connection
4. Remove and re-add the feed if the issue persists

The extension isn’t working

Common solutions:

1. Restart your browser
2. Disable and re-enable the extension
3. Check for Chrome updates
4. Clear your browser cache

Themes not displaying correctly

If you experience theme issues:

1. Switch to the default theme temporarily
2. Clear your browser cache
3. Restart the browser
4. Contact support if the issue persists

Getting Help

How can I contact support?

We’re here to help! You can reach us at:

• Email: [email protected]
• Support page: Visit our Support Center

How do I report a bug?

Found a bug? Please email us at [email protected] with:

• Description of the issue
• Steps to reproduce the problem
• Your browser version
• Any error messages you see

Can I suggest features?

We love hearing from our users! Send feature suggestions to [email protected].

Updates & Roadmap

How often is Feed Fabrik updated?

We release updates regularly to add new features, improve performance, and fix any issues. All updates are delivered automatically through the Chrome Web Store.

What’s coming next?

Some features we’re working on:

• Mobile companion app - Access your feeds on mobile devices
• Advanced filtering - More options to customize your feed content
• Social features - Share interesting articles with friends
• Advanced analytics - Insights into your reading habits (privacy-focused)

Don’t see your question here? Contact us at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to help!