Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 15, 2025
Your data stays on your device. No servers, no tracking, no compromises.
Quick Reference: Your Data at a Glance
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how Vision Guard (“we”, “our”, or “the App”) collects, uses, and protects your information. Vision Guard is developed and operated by Mykyta Popov (Individual Entrepreneur), located in Warsaw, Poland.
Core Privacy Commitment:
Vision Guard is built with a privacy-first, local-first architecture. All your personal data, settings, and activity history are stored exclusively on your Mac and never transmitted to our servers or third parties.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information Stored Locally on Your Device
All the following data is stored locally on your Mac using Apple’s SwiftData framework and never leaves your device:
| Data Category | What We Store | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| User Settings | Timer durations, break intervals, notification preferences, language, theme, sound settings | Personalize your experience |
| Activity History | Focus session timestamps, durations, completion status, eye exercise history | Track your progress and streaks |
| Gamification Data | Achievements, badges, daily/weekly streaks, total focused time | Motivate habit formation |
| Application State | Last active session, onboarding completion status | Improve user experience |
Important:
- Is NOT transmitted to any server
- Is NOT shared with third parties
- Remains under your full control
- Is automatically deleted when you uninstall the app
2.2 Trial Management Data (macOS System Keychain)
To prevent trial abuse, Vision Guard stores minimal trial activation data in the macOS System Keychain:
- Trial start date (timestamp)
- Trial used flag (boolean)
- Anonymous device identifier (generated by macOS)
Why Keychain?
Unlike app-specific storage, Keychain data persists across app reinstallations to ensure fair trial terms.
User Control:
You can manually delete trial data:
- Open Keychain Access (Applications → Utilities)
- Search for entries:
com.mykytapopov.visionguard.trial - Delete all found entries
- Restart the app
2.3 Information We Do NOT Collect
We explicitly DO NOT collect, store, or transmit:
3. How We Use Your Information
All data processing occurs locally on your device for the following purposes:
| Purpose | Legal Basis (GDPR Art. 6) |
|---|---|
| Provide core timer and break functionality | Contractual necessity |
| Track progress and display statistics | Legitimate interest |
| Award achievements and maintain streaks | Legitimate interest |
| Save your preferences across sessions | Legitimate interest |
| Enforce fair trial terms | Legitimate interest (fraud prevention) |
4. System Permissions & Monitoring (Pro Features)
Vision Guard offers optional intelligent features that require monitoring system activity. All monitoring:
- Uses only public, Apple-approved APIs
- Never records or transmits actual content
- Can be fully disabled in Settings
- Operates entirely on your device
4.1 Microphone Access (Optional)
Purpose: Detect active calls to automatically pause your focus timer
Permission Required: Yes (NSMicrophoneUsageDescription)
When Requested: When you enable “Smart Pause on Calls” feature
What We Monitor:
- ✓ Whether microphone is in use (yes/no)
- ✓ Frontmost app name (e.g., “Zoom”)
What We DO NOT Access:
- ✗ Audio content or sound waves
- ✗ Conversation recordings
- ✗ Voice data or speech recognition
User Control:
Disable in: Settings → Intellect → Pause on Calls
Revoke permission: System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone
4.2 Video & Media Detection (Heuristic-Based)
Purpose: Detect video watching to pause timer and avoid interruptions
What We Monitor:
- ✓ System audio output activity
- ✓ Fullscreen mode status
- ✓ Frontmost app identifier
What We DO NOT Access:
- ✗ Screen capture or pixel data
- ✗ Video content or thumbnails
- ✗ Browser tabs or webpage URLs
4.3 Idle Time Detection
Purpose: Auto-pause timer when you step away from your Mac
Permission Required: No (uses system idle time API)
What We Monitor:
✓ Time since last keyboard/mouse activity
What We DO NOT Access:
✗ Keystroke content or mouse movements
5. Third-Party Services
5.1 RevenueCat (Subscription Management)
Purpose: Process in-app purchases and manage subscription status
Service Provider: RevenueCat, Inc. (USA)
Privacy Policy: revenuecat.com/privacy
Data Shared:
- • Anonymous App User ID
- • Purchase transaction receipts
- • Subscription status and renewal dates
Data NOT Shared:
- • Personal information (name, email)
- • Activity history or usage data
- • Device-specific user data
5.2 Apple App Store
Purpose: App distribution and payment processing
Privacy Policy: apple.com/legal/privacy
Apple handles all payment information according to their privacy policy.
6. Data Security
| Layer | Protection |
|---|---|
| Application | Code signing with Apple Developer certificate |
| Storage | SwiftData with optional FileVault encryption |
| Keychain | System-level encryption (AES-256) |
| Network | No communication except RevenueCat SDK (TLS 1.3) |
| Updates | Delivered exclusively via Mac App Store |
No Data Breaches Possible:
Since we don’t collect or transmit personal data, there’s no risk of server-side data breaches.
7. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
7.1 European Users (GDPR Rights)
Under GDPR Articles 15-22, you have the right to:
| Right | How to Exercise |
|---|---|
| Access | All data is stored locally on your Mac (accessible via app) |
| Rectification | Edit settings directly in the app |
| Erasure | Uninstall the app; manually delete Keychain entries |
| Data Portability | Not applicable (no centralized data collection) |
| Object to Processing | Disable individual features in Settings |
| Withdraw Consent | Revoke system permissions in macOS System Settings |
7.2 California Users (CCPA Rights)
Under CCPA §1798.100-1798.199, you have the right to:
Know: We’ve disclosed all data collection in this policy
Delete: Uninstall the app to delete all local data
Opt-Out of Sale: We DO NOT sell your personal information
Non-Discrimination: No penalties for exercising your rights
8. Data Retention & Deletion
How to Delete Your Data
Option 1: Uninstall the App
- Quit Vision Guard
- Drag app to Trash
- Empty Trash
Result: All local data deleted (except Keychain trial data)
Option 2: Reset in App
- Open Vision Guard
- Go to Settings → Advanced
- Reset All Settings
Result: Settings reset; history preserved
Option 3: Complete Removal
- Uninstall the app (Option 1)
- Open Keychain Access
- Search: visionguard
- Delete all entries
Result: Complete data removal including trial data
9. Children’s Privacy
Vision Guard is not directed at children under 13 years old. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
App Store Rating: 4+ (no objectionable content)
Age Verification: None required (no account creation)
10. Contact & Complaints
Privacy Questions
Developer: Mykyta Popov (Individual Entrepreneur)
Email: mykytavp@gmail.com
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Response Time: Within 72 hours (business days)
Regulatory Complaints (EU Users)
If you believe we’ve violated GDPR, you may file a complaint with your local supervisory authority.
Poland (PUODO): Urząd Ochrony Danych Osobowych, ul. Stawki 2, 00-193 Warsaw, Poland
Website: uodo.gov.pl
11. Changes to This Privacy Policy
Notification of Changes:
- Major changes: In-app notification
- Minor updates: “Last Updated” date change
Version History:
Current Version: 1.0 (January 15, 2025)
Updated policy will be posted at: visionguard-mac.vercel.app/privacy
12. Acknowledgment
By downloading, installing, or using Vision Guard, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to this Privacy Policy.
Last Review Date: January 15, 2025
Next Scheduled Review: July 2025