Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 19, 2024

Introduction

Clawed Code ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our macOS application.

Information We Collect

Clawed Code collects minimal, anonymous usage data to help us improve the application. We collect:

  • Device Identifier: A randomly generated UUID unique to your device (not linked to any personal information)
  • Usage Events: Anonymous events such as app launches, skin selections, and feature usage
  • Version Information: Your app version and build number
  • Timestamps: When events occur

We do NOT collect:

  • Your name, email address, or any personally identifiable information
  • File paths, code content, or any data you work with
  • Custom skin content or configurations
  • IP addresses or precise location data

How We Use Your Information

The anonymous data we collect is used solely to:

  • Understand how users interact with the application
  • Measure daily and weekly active users
  • Identify popular features and improve the user experience
  • Track version adoption and update success rates

Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored securely on our own infrastructure (Vercel KV Redis database) with the following safeguards:

  • Automatic Expiration: All analytics data automatically expires after 90 days
  • Encryption: Data is transmitted over HTTPS and stored securely
  • No Third Parties: We do not share your data with any third-party analytics services
  • Complete Control: All data is stored on infrastructure we directly control

Your Privacy Choices

You have full control over your data:

  • Opt-Out: You can disable analytics at any time in the app's Preferences → General → Privacy Settings
  • No Impact on Functionality: Disabling analytics does not affect any features of the application
  • Anonymous by Default: Even with analytics enabled, your data remains completely anonymous

Children's Privacy

Clawed Code does not knowingly collect any information from children under the age of 13. The application is designed for software developers and is not directed at children.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. Continued use of the application after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: clawedcode@gmail.com