🔒 Privacy Policy

Overview

This Privacy Policy describes how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit our ClipMicro website and use our license system. ClipMicro is a desktop application that enables safe AI-powered file management by linking text commands to PC filesystem operations in a controlled, secure environment.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

• Server Logs: We automatically collect standard web server log information including IP addresses, browser type, operating system, referring pages, and access times
• Download Analytics: We track download counts and basic usage statistics for our ClipMicro installer
• License Requests: When you check for your license, we log the PC ID lookup requests and timestamps

Information You Provide

• PC ID: The unique 8-character identifier generated by ClipMicro on your computer (format: ABCD-1234)
• Purchase Information: Data received from Gumroad including email address, order details, and custom fields
• Contact Information: If you contact us for support, we collect the information you provide (email address, name, message content)

Information We Do NOT Collect

• File Contents: ClipMicro operates entirely on your local computer - we never see or collect the files you create or edit
• Personal Data from Software: The ClipMicro application does not transmit any personal data, file contents, or usage patterns to our servers
• Browsing Data: We do not use tracking cookies or collect detailed browsing behavior

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• License Management: Verify PC ID eligibility and deliver license keys to authorized users
• Gumroad Integration: Sync purchase data to automatically provision licenses for customers
• Service Delivery: Provide access to ClipMicro downloads and license verification
• Customer Support: Respond to inquiries and provide technical assistance
• System Monitoring: Ensure the security and proper functioning of our license system
• Analytics: Monitor download patterns and system usage to improve our service
• Legal Compliance: Meet legal obligations and protect our rights and safety

Information Sharing

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

• Gumroad Integration: We receive purchase data from Gumroad (including customer email and custom fields) to process license delivery. This is necessary for our payment processing and license fulfillment
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help us operate our website and license system (hosting providers, database services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfer: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including:

• Access to your personal information
• Correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion of your information
• Objection to processing
• Data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information below.

Data Retention

We retain information for the following periods:

• License Database: PC IDs and associated license keys are retained permanently to ensure continued software access for legitimate customers
• Server Logs: Web server logs are retained for 12 months for security and operational purposes
• Gumroad Sync Data: Purchase information is retained as long as necessary for license delivery and customer support
• Support Communications: Customer service emails are retained for 2 years or until the inquiry is resolved
• Analytics Data: Aggregated usage statistics are retained for 24 months to improve our service

License Transfers: If you need to transfer your license to a new computer, contact us with your purchase details.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (such as Gumroad). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies.

International Data Transfers

Our servers may be located in different countries than where you are located. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries that may have different data protection laws than your home country. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during such transfers.

Children's Privacy

Our website and software are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

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 new policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

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This privacy policy is designed to comply with general privacy requirements including GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable data protection laws. For specific legal questions, please consult with appropriate legal counsel.