Privacy Policy
Your privacy is fundamental to how we built Vibe Dictate
Last updated: December 15, 2024
100% Local Processing
Your voice never leaves your device
No Cloud Storage
All processing happens on your Mac
No Data Collection
We don't track or store your voice data
No Account Required
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Our Privacy Principles
Local-First Architecture
Vibe Dictate is designed from the ground up to process everything locally. Your voice recordings are converted to text using Apple's on-device speech recognition technology. No internet connection is required for core functionality.
Transparency
We believe in complete transparency about how your data is handled. This privacy policy explains exactly what information we have access to (very little) and what we do with it (nothing).
Minimal Data Footprint
We don't collect analytics, crash reports, or usage statistics unless you explicitly opt-in. Even then, these reports never include your voice data or transcriptions.
User Control
You have complete control over your data. All transcriptions are stored temporarily in memory and cleared when you quit the app. No persistent storage of voice or text data occurs without your explicit action.
Information We Don't Collect
- •Voice recordings or audio data
- •Transcribed text or dictation content
- •Personal information or identifiers
- •Usage patterns or behavioral data
- •Location or device information
Limited Information We May Access
1. License Validation
If you purchase Vibe Dictate, we verify your license through Apple's App Store receipts. This process only confirms you have a valid license and doesn't include any personal information.
2. Crash Reports (Opt-in Only)
If you explicitly choose to send crash reports, they contain only technical information about the app state when it crashed. No voice data or transcriptions are ever included in crash reports.
3. Update Checks
Vibe Dictate periodically checks for updates. This request includes only your current app version number and is handled through Apple's secure update infrastructure.
Your Rights
Since we don't collect or store your personal data, traditional data rights like access, correction, or deletion don't apply. However, you always have the right to:
- Use Vibe Dictate without any data collection
- Opt-out of any optional data sharing (like crash reports)
- Delete the app at any time, removing all local data
- Contact us with any privacy concerns
Security Measures
While we don't store your data, we still implement security best practices:
- • All temporary data is encrypted in memory
- • Microphone access requires explicit user permission
- • App is notarized by Apple for security verification
- • Regular security updates and patches
- • Sandboxed environment prevents unauthorized access
Third-Party Services
Vibe Dictate uses minimal third-party services:
- Apple Speech Recognition: Used for voice-to-text conversion. Processes entirely on-device with no data sent to Apple.
- Apple App Store: For app distribution and license validation. Governed by Apple's privacy policy.
Children's Privacy
Vibe Dictate is a productivity tool designed for developers and is not directed at children under 13. We don't knowingly collect any information from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected on this page with an updated revision date. For significant changes, we'll notify users through the app.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or our practices, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@vibedictate.com
Address: Vibe Dictate, Privacy Team, San Francisco, CA
Privacy by Design
Vibe Dictate was built with privacy as a core feature, not an afterthought. Your voice is your most personal data, and it stays yours alone.
This policy is effective as of December 15, 2024