Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At AegisClip, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you use our clipboard management application.

By using AegisClip, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Clipboard Data

2.2 Application Usage Data

We collect minimal usage data to improve app functionality:

• User-created tags and labels
• App settings and preferences
• Pinned items and organizational data
• Import/export activity (local operations only)

2.3 Technical Information

We may collect basic technical information necessary for app functionality, such as macOS version compatibility and crash reports (only if you opt-in through Apple's diagnostic sharing).

3. How We Collect Information

3.1 Automatic Collection

AegisClip automatically monitors your clipboard when the application is running. This monitoring is essential for the core functionality of maintaining clipboard history.

3.2 User-Initiated Actions

Additional data is collected when you actively use features such as tagging items, editing text, or configuring app settings.

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage (Default)

4.2 Data Retention

Clipboard data is retained until you manually delete it or uninstall the application. You have complete control over data retention through the app's settings and clear history function.

5. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information solely for the following purposes:

• Core Functionality: Maintaining clipboard history and enabling paste operations
• Search and Organization: Providing search, filtering, and tagging capabilities
• User Experience: Remembering your preferences and settings
• Data Management: Enabling import/export functionality

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

6.1 No Third-Party Sharing

6.2 Legal Requirements

Since all data is stored locally on your device in a sandboxed environment, we have no access to your data and cannot disclose it even if legally required to do so.

7. Privacy Controls and Your Rights

7.1 Access and Control

You have complete control over your data:

• View Data: Access all stored clipboard items through the app interface
• Edit Data: Modify or delete individual clipboard items
• Export Data: Export your clipboard history in CSV format
• Clear History: Permanently delete all clipboard data with one click

7.2 Privacy Settings

• Ignore Apps: Configure which applications' clipboard content to ignore
• Temporary Pause: Temporarily disable clipboard monitoring
• History Limits: Set retention periods for clipboard history
• Data Export: Export your data in CSV format for backup purposes

8. Sensitive Information Protection

8.1 Automatic Protection

AegisClip includes built-in protections for sensitive information:

• Password managers and system security apps are ignored by default
• Banking and financial applications can be added to ignore list
• Keychain Access and system password fields are automatically excluded

8.2 User Configuration

You can configure additional privacy protections by adding specific applications to the ignore list, ensuring their clipboard content is never recorded.

9. Children's Privacy

AegisClip does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. Since all data is stored locally and we have no access to user data, we cannot determine the age of users. Parents should supervise their children's use of the application.

10. International Data Transfers

No data leaves your local device. All clipboard data remains stored locally on your Mac, ensuring complete privacy and eliminating any international data transfer concerns.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Post the updated policy on our website
• Notify users of significant changes through app updates or other appropriate means

Your continued use of AegisClip after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

13. Compliance and Certifications

AegisClip is designed to comply with major privacy regulations including GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws. Our privacy-first approach with local data storage ensures minimal privacy risk and maximum user control over personal information.