Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 18, 2026

At ApeRoar, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our macOS voice-to-code application and related services.

1. Our Core Privacy Principle

ApeRoar is designed with privacy at its core. All voice recognition processing happens 100% locally on your device. Your voice data is never uploaded to any external servers, never stored beyond the active session, and never shared with any third party.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Email Address: When you download ApeRoar, we may ask for your email address. This is used solely for product updates, license management, and customer support.
• Payment Information: If you purchase the Pro lifetime license, payment processing is handled by third-party payment processors. We do not store your full credit card details.
• Support Communications: When you contact us for support, we collect the information you provide in your messages.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

• Basic Usage Analytics: We may collect anonymized usage statistics such as app launch frequency and feature usage to improve the product. This data contains no personally identifiable information.
• Device Information: Basic device information (macOS version, hardware model) may be collected for compatibility and troubleshooting purposes.
• Crash Reports: If the application crashes, anonymized crash reports may be sent to help us fix bugs and improve stability.

2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

• Voice recordings or audio data
• Transcribed text content
• Content of your code, documents, or files
• Keystrokes or screen content
• Browsing history or activity outside the application

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve ApeRoar
• Process transactions and manage your subscription
• Send product updates and important notices
• Provide customer support
• Analyze usage trends to improve our product (using anonymized data only)

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information only in the following circumstances:

• Payment Processors: To process your subscription payments securely.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with prior notice to affected users.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information. Voice processing is performed entirely on your local device using on-device machine learning models, ensuring your voice data never leaves your Mac.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes described in this policy. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal information
• Withdraw consent for data processing
• Request data portability
• Opt out of marketing communications

8. Children's Privacy

ApeRoar is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

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

Email: support@ape-roar.com