Release Notes — BIGLOVE.AI Container Importer v1.7.6

• Version: 1.7.6
• Date: 2025-10-07

What's new
- 🔄 Startup-only sync — automatic fetch from Airtable now runs only once when the browser/extension starts or on install/update. The previous 24-hour automatic interval has been removed.
- 🛡️ Active container protection — containers that currently have open tabs will no longer be removed during sync. This prevents in-use containers and their open tabs from being closed unexpectedly.
- 📋 Manual proxy workflow — automatic proxy creation was removed. Proxy updates are performed manually via the existing "Copy Script" button (fallback method). This keeps proxy configuration explicit and under user control.
- 🧹 Safer cleanup — orphan removal still runs during startup sync, but active containers with open tabs are skipped and logged.
- 💾 Cache-busting for Airtable — all Airtable fetch requests include cache-busting (no-store + timestamp param) to guarantee fresh data for both sync and copy-script generation.
- 🔐 Login persistence & UX improvements
- Authentication state persists across browser restarts; users who already logged in are not prompted repeatedly.
- The login flow uses SHA‑256 hashing of passwords on the client before verification.
- The logout control is moved into a dedicated bottom section for clearer UX; the login button text is centered.
- ⚙️ Manifest update — popup default now set to login.html and version bumped to 1.7.6.

Notes / User impact
- On update or browser restart the extension will perform a single automatic sync.
- If a container has any open tabs, it will be preserved (not deleted).
- Proxy configuration remains available via the "Copy Script" button (paste into the Multi-Account Containers console); no automatic proxy messaging occurs.
- The extension fetches Airtable data freshly every time (cache disabled), so copy/script output will reflect the latest Airtable content.

🚀 New Features

Container Management

• Airtable Integration: Automatic synchronization of containers from Airtable database
• Smart Container Creation: Creates Firefox Multi-Account Containers with proper naming and color coding
• Container Cleanup: Automatically removes orphaned containers not present in Airtable
• Status-Based Coloring: Container colors reflect status (Active, Suspended, Verification Stage, etc.)

Authentication System

• Secure Login: SHA-256 password hashing for secure authentication
• Persistent Sessions: Users stay logged in across browser restarts
• Automatic Panel Switching: Extension popup automatically switches between login and main interface
• Session Management: Proper logout functionality with storage cleanup

Proxy Configuration

• Setup Script Generation: Generates JavaScript code for proxy configuration import
• Clipboard Integration: One-click copy of setup scripts to clipboard
• Debug URL Helper: Built-in link to Firefox debugging page for easy console access
• Comprehensive Instructions: Step-by-step guide for proxy setup

Data Management

• Cache-Busting: Ensures fresh data retrieval from Airtable with timestamp parameters
• Background Sync: Automatic synchronization on browser startup (24-hour intervals)
• Manual Sync: On-demand synchronization with progress notifications
• Error Handling: Comprehensive error handling with user-friendly messages

🔧 Technical Features

Security

• Hashed Passwords: Client-side SHA-256 hashing before transmission
• Authentication Guards: All sensitive operations require authentication
• Secure Storage: Uses browser.storage.local for session persistence

Performance

• Efficient Sync: Only syncs when necessary (24-hour intervals or manual trigger)
• Batch Processing: Processes containers in batches with delays to prevent rate limiting
• Lock Mechanism: Prevents concurrent sync operations

User Experience

• Real-time Status Updates: Live progress updates during sync operations
• Browser Notifications: Desktop notifications for sync completion
• Responsive UI: Clean, modern interface with proper styling
• Loading States: Visual feedback during operations

📋 Setup Instructions

1. Installation: Load extension in Firefox Developer Edition
2. Authentication: Login with provided credentials
3. Initial Sync: Click "Sync from Airtable" to import containers
4. Proxy Setup: Use "Copy Script" feature to configure proxies
5. Debug Access: Follow built-in instructions to access Firefox console

🔒 Security Notes

• Passwords are hashed client-side before transmission
• No sensitive data is stored in plain text
• Authentication required for all container management operations
• Secure communication with Airtable API