Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to ScreenKite. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our screen recording application and website.

Important: Your screen recordings are stored locally on your device. We do not have access to, do not store, and do not process the content of your recordings on our servers.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you create an account or use our services, we may collect:

• Account Information: Name, email address, password (encrypted)
• Payment Information: Processed securely through third-party payment processors. We do not store credit card numbers.
• Communications: Messages you send to our support team

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use ScreenKite, we automatically collect:

• Device Information: Operating system version, device type, unique device identifiers, hardware model
• Usage Data: Features used, time spent in app, crash reports, performance metrics
• Analytics Data: Anonymous usage statistics to improve app stability and user experience

2.3 macOS Permissions

To function properly, ScreenKite requests the following macOS permissions:

• Screen Recording: Required to capture your screen content. All recordings are stored locally on your device.
• Microphone Access: Optional, for recording audio commentary with your videos.
• Camera Access: Optional, for adding camera overlay to recordings.

We do not record keystrokes, monitor other applications, or collect data beyond what is necessary for the app's core functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for:

• Providing and maintaining the ScreenKite service
• Processing your license registration and authentication
• Improving app stability, performance, and user experience
• Sending important service updates and security notifications
• Responding to your support requests
• Detecting and preventing fraud or abuse
• Complying with legal obligations

4. Analytics & Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services for analytics and app improvement. You can opt out of analytics collection in the app's preferences.

4.1 Google Firebase & Google Analytics

We use Google Firebase and Google Analytics for first-party analytics to understand application stability and feature usage. This data is processed in a way that does not personally identify you and is not shared with other services for advertising purposes.

• Data Collected: App crashes, performance metrics, feature usage, device type
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Opt-Out: Disable in ScreenKite → Preferences → Privacy

4.2 Plausible Analytics

We use Plausible Analytics on our website for privacy-friendly web analytics. Plausible does not use cookies and does not collect personal data.

• Data Collected: Page views, referral sources (anonymized)
• Privacy Policy: Plausible Data Policy

4.3 Statsig

We use Statsig for feature experimentation and A/B testing to improve user experience.

• Data Collected: Feature engagement metrics, anonymized user cohorts
• Privacy Policy: Statsig Privacy Policy

5. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

• Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and core website functionality
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website (can be disabled)

6. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information with:

• Service Providers: Third parties who provide infrastructure, payment processing, and analytics services
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or to protect our rights
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encryption in transit (TLS/SSL) and at rest
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls and authentication requirements
• Secure data centers with physical security measures

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Data Retention & Deletion

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active, plus 90 days after deletion
• Analytics Data: Retained for 26 months
• Payment Records: Retained for 7 years to comply with tax regulations
• Local Recordings: Stored on your device indefinitely until you delete them

9. Your Privacy Rights

9.1 Rights for All Users

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal information
• Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt-Out: Disable analytics collection at any time
• Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format

9.2 GDPR Rights (European Union)

If you are in the EU, you have additional rights under GDPR:

• Right to object to data processing
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory authority

9.3 CCPA/CPRA Rights (California)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under CCPA/CPRA:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of the sale/sharing of personal information (we do not sell your data)
• Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights
• Right to limit use of sensitive personal information

To exercise your rights, contact us at: [email protected]

10. Children's Privacy

ScreenKite is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Data Processing Agreements with third-party processors
• Compliance with international data protection frameworks

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website with a new “Last Updated” date
• Sending an email notification to your registered email address
• Displaying an in-app notification

Your continued use of ScreenKite after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

13. Contact Us

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