Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2025

Overview

Codecaster is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our screen recording application for macOS.

Information We Do NOT Collect

Codecaster is designed with privacy as a core principle. We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information, including:

• Personal identifiers (name, email, phone number)
• Usage analytics or telemetry data
• Screen recording content or files
• System information or device details
• Location data
• Any other personal or sensitive information

Local Data Processing

All Codecaster operations occur entirely on your device:

• Screen Recording: All video and audio capture is processed locally on your Mac
• File Storage: Recordings are saved directly to your chosen location on your device
• Settings: Application preferences are stored locally using standard macOS user defaults
• No Cloud Services: We do not use any cloud services or remote servers

System Permissions

Codecaster requests the following macOS permissions solely for its core functionality:

• Screen Recording Permission: Required to capture screen content for video recording
• Camera Permission: Optional permission for picture-in-picture camera overlay feature
• Microphone Permission: Optional permission for audio recording during screen capture
• Automation Permission: Optional permission for VS Code integration features

These permissions are used exclusively for their stated purposes and can be revoked at any time through macOS System Settings.

Data Security

Since Codecaster does not collect or transmit any data:

• Your recordings never leave your device
• No network connections are made for data collection
• All processing occurs within the secure macOS application sandbox
• You maintain complete control over your recorded content

Third-Party Services

Codecaster does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or data collection services. The application operates independently without external dependencies.

App Store Compliance

Codecaster complies with Apple's App Store privacy requirements:

• No data is linked to user identity
• No data is used for tracking across apps or websites
• All permissions are clearly explained and optional where applicable
• The app operates within Apple's sandbox security model

Updates and Changes

Any changes to this Privacy Policy will be reflected in app updates and posted on our website. We will notify users of significant changes through standard app update mechanisms.

Children's Privacy

Codecaster does not collect any information from users of any age. The application is safe for use by children as it operates entirely locally without data collection.

Your Rights

Since we do not collect any personal information:

• There is no personal data to access, modify, or delete
• You have complete control over all recordings created by the application
• You can uninstall the application at any time to remove all associated data

Contact Information

Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• Apple App Store Review Guidelines
• macOS App Sandbox requirements
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) principles
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) principles

Summary: Codecaster is a privacy-first application that operates entirely on your device without collecting, storing, or transmitting any personal information. Your privacy is protected by design.