Privacy Policy
Last updated: October 7, 2025
Introduction
At MaClipHistory, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our clipboard manager application for macOS.
Information We Collect
Clipboard Data
MaClipHistory monitors and stores your clipboard history locally on your Mac. This data includes:
- Text content you copy
- Timestamps of when items were copied
- Metadata about copied items
Important: All clipboard data is stored locally on your device. We do not transmit, sync, or store your clipboard data on any external servers or cloud services.
Optional Information
If you choose to provide it, we may collect:
- Email address (for updates and communications)
- Usage preferences and feedback
- Information about how you heard about MaClipHistory
Providing this information is entirely optional and at your discretion.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect in the following ways:
- Clipboard Data: Stored locally to provide clipboard history functionality
- Email Address: To send product updates, feature announcements, and respond to inquiries (only if you opt in)
- Usage Feedback: To improve MaClipHistory and develop new features
Data Storage and Security
All clipboard data is stored locally on your Mac using macOS's secure storage mechanisms. Your data is:
- Stored only on your device
- Protected by your Mac's user account permissions
- Never transmitted over the internet
- Never shared with third parties
- Never used for advertising or analytics
Your Rights (GDPR Compliance)
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have certain data protection rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):
- Right to Access: You can access all your data stored by MaClipHistory directly on your device
- Right to Rectification: You can modify or correct any data at any time
- Right to Erasure: You can delete MaClipHistory and all associated data at any time
- Right to Data Portability: Your clipboard data is stored in accessible formats on your device
- Right to Object: You can stop using MaClipHistory at any time
Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have full control over your information at all times.
Third-Party Services
MaClipHistory does not integrate with or share data with any third-party services. We do not use:
- Analytics tools
- Advertising networks
- Cloud storage services
- Social media integrations
Permissions
MaClipHistory requires the following macOS permissions to function:
- Accessibility: Required to monitor clipboard changes and provide the clipboard history feature
These permissions are used solely for the core functionality of the application and nothing else.
Children's Privacy
MaClipHistory is not directed to individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or MaClipHistory's privacy practices, please contact us at:
Email: maryna@howlaunch.com
Our Privacy Commitment
MaClipHistory is built with privacy as the foundation. Your clipboard data never leaves your device, and we will never introduce features that compromise your privacy. We believe your data belongs to you, and you alone.