Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 1, 2024
At Spasto, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our macOS application and visit our website. Please read this privacy policy carefully.
By using Spasto, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application or website.
Information We Collect
Application Data
Clipboard Data: Spasto stores clipboard content locally on your device. This data never leaves your Mac unless you explicitly choose to sync it (feature coming soon). We do not have access to your clipboard content.
Usage Analytics: We collect anonymous usage statistics to improve the app, including:
- Feature usage patterns (which features are used most)
- App performance metrics (crash reports, response times)
- General device information (macOS version, app version)
Website Data
When you visit our website, we may collect:
- IP address (anonymized)
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Device type and screen resolution
Information You Provide
We collect information you voluntarily provide when you:
- Contact us for support
- Subscribe to our newsletter (optional)
- Provide feedback or bug reports
- Participate in surveys or promotions
How We Use Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To Provide and Improve Our Service: Understanding how users interact with Spasto helps us enhance features and fix issues.
- To Communicate With You: Responding to support requests, sending important updates about the app, and providing customer service.
- To Ensure Security: Detecting and preventing technical issues, fraud, and abuse.
- To Comply with Legal Obligations: Meeting legal requirements and protecting our legal rights.
We do not:
- Sell your personal information to third parties
- Use your clipboard data for advertising purposes
- Share your information without your consent (except as required by law)
Data Storage and Security
Local Storage
All clipboard data is stored locally on your Mac using industry-standard encryption. We use macOS Keychain and secure storage APIs to protect sensitive information. Your clipboard history never leaves your device unless you explicitly enable cloud sync (coming soon).
Security Measures
We implement appropriate security measures including:
- End-to-end encryption for any data transmission
- Regular security audits and updates
- Secure coding practices and code reviews
- Limited access to user data (only essential personnel)
- Regular backups and disaster recovery procedures
Data Retention
Clipboard data is retained according to your app settings. You can clear your history at any time. Analytics data is retained for up to 24 months. Personal information from support requests is retained for up to 3 years or as required by law.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Analytics: Privacy-focused analytics to understand usage patterns
- Crash Reporting: To identify and fix application issues
- Cloud Infrastructure: For website hosting and future sync features
- Payment Processing: When we introduce paid features (Stripe or similar)
These services have their own privacy policies. We choose partners who align with our privacy values and comply with applicable data protection laws.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
- Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing
- Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@spasto.app. We will respond to your request within 30 days.
GDPR Compliance (European Users)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legal bases for processing your information include:
- Consent: You have given consent for specific purposes
- Contract: Processing is necessary for our service agreement
- Legal Obligations: We need to comply with the law
- Legitimate Interests: For our business operations, unless overridden by your rights
EU users have additional rights including the right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities. Our EU representative can be contacted at eu-privacy@spasto.app.
CCPA Compliance (California Users)
California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected, used, shared, or sold
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights
Categories of Information We Collect
- Identifiers (email address, name when provided)
- Internet activity (usage data, analytics)
- Geolocation data (approximate location from IP address)
To exercise your CCPA rights, contact us at privacy@spasto.app or call 1-800-XXX-XXXX.
Children's Privacy
Spasto is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
- Updating the "Last updated" date
- Sending an email notification for significant changes
- Providing in-app notifications for material changes
Your continued use of Spasto after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@spasto.app
- Website: https://spasto.app/contact
- Mail: Spasto Privacy Team, [Address to be added]
For data protection inquiries in the EU: eu-privacy@spasto.app
For CCPA inquiries: ccpa@spasto.app