Privacy Policy

Last Updated: December 11, 2024

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how App Store Connect Manager ("we," "us," "our," or the "Application") collects, uses, stores, and protects your information when you use our macOS application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal data.

By using App Store Connect Manager, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use App Store Connect Manager, you may provide the following information:

• App Store Connect API Credentials: Key ID, Issuer ID, and Private Key required to authenticate with Apple's App Store Connect API
• Google Gemini API Key: Your API key for accessing Google's Gemini AI services (optional, only if you use AI features)
• App Metadata: Titles, subtitles, descriptions, keywords, and promotional texts you create or edit for your applications

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

The Application does NOT automatically collect:

• Usage analytics or telemetry
• Crash reports (unless you explicitly send them)
• Device identifiers
• Location data
• Browsing history

2.3 Information from Third-Party Services

When you connect the Application to third-party services, we may receive:

• From App Store Connect: Your app listings, metadata, version information, and platform details
• From Google Gemini: AI-generated text responses based on your prompts

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

Purpose	Data Used	Legal Basis
Authenticating with App Store Connect	API credentials	Contract performance
Managing your app metadata	App metadata, API credentials	Contract performance
Generating AI content	Gemini API key, your prompts	Consent
Translating content	Gemini API key, source text	Consent

4. Data Storage and Security

4.1 Local Storage

All sensitive data is stored locally on your Mac:

• API Credentials: Stored securely in the macOS Keychain, Apple's encrypted credential storage system
• App Metadata: Temporarily stored in memory during your session; not persisted locally
• User Preferences: Stored in standard macOS user defaults

4.2 No Cloud Storage

We do NOT store any of your data on our servers. The Application operates entirely locally on your device. We do not have access to:

• Your API credentials
• Your app metadata
• Your usage patterns
• Any other personal information

4.3 Security Measures

We implement the following security measures:

• Keychain Integration: Sensitive credentials are stored using Apple's Keychain Services, which provides hardware-level encryption
• Secure Communication: All API communications use HTTPS/TLS encryption
• No Data Transmission to Us: Your data never passes through our servers
• App Sandbox: The Application runs in a sandboxed environment, limiting access to system resources

5. Data Sharing and Third Parties

5.1 Third-Party Services

When you use certain features, your data is transmitted directly to third-party services:

Apple App Store Connect API

• Data Transmitted: Your API credentials, app metadata you choose to upload
• Purpose: Managing your App Store listings
• Privacy Policy: Apple Privacy Policy

Google Gemini API

• Data Transmitted: Your Gemini API key, text prompts, source text for translation
• Purpose: AI text generation and translation
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
• Note: Google may use your prompts to improve their services unless you have opted out in your Google account settings

5.2 We Do Not Sell Your Data

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

5.3 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Control

You have complete control over your data:

• View: You can view your stored credentials in the Application settings
• Modify: You can update your API credentials at any time
• Delete: You can remove your credentials from Keychain by deleting them in settings or using Keychain Access

6.2 Data Portability

Since all data is stored locally on your device, you have full access to export or transfer your data as needed.

6.3 Right to Erasure

To completely remove all data associated with the Application:

1. Open the Application settings and clear all API credentials
2. Delete the Application from your Mac
3. Optionally, use Keychain Access to verify removal of any Application-related entries

6.4 Opt-Out of AI Features

AI features are entirely optional. If you do not provide a Gemini API key, no data will be sent to Google's services.

7. European Union Users (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

7.1 Legal Basis for Processing

• Contract Performance: Processing necessary to provide the Application's core functionality
• Consent: Processing based on your explicit consent (e.g., using AI features)
• Legitimate Interest: Processing necessary for our legitimate business interests, provided they do not override your rights

7.2 Your GDPR Rights

• Right of Access: Request information about the data we process
• Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Request limitation of data processing
• Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
• Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing
• Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time

7.3 Data Controller

For the purposes of GDPR, we act as the data controller for personal data processed through the Application.

7.4 Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.

8. California Users (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

8.1 Your CCPA Rights

• Right to Know: Request disclosure of personal information collected
• Right to Delete: Request deletion of personal information
• Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
• Right to Non-Discrimination: Not be discriminated against for exercising your rights

8.2 Categories of Personal Information

Under CCPA, we may collect the following categories of personal information:

• Identifiers (API keys, account identifiers)
• Commercial information (app metadata)

9. Children's Privacy

App Store Connect Manager is not intended for use by children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can take appropriate action.

10. International Data Transfers

When you use third-party services (Apple App Store Connect and Google Gemini), your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from those in your country.

Both Apple and Google have implemented appropriate safeguards to protect your data during international transfers, including:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Certification under applicable privacy frameworks

11. Data Retention

Since data is stored locally on your device:

• API Credentials: Retained in Keychain until you delete them or uninstall the Application
• Session Data: Cleared when you close the Application
• User Preferences: Retained until you reset them or uninstall the Application

We do not retain any data on our servers.

12. Cookies and Tracking

App Store Connect Manager is a native macOS application and does not use cookies or web tracking technologies. We do not:

• Use cookies
• Implement tracking pixels
• Use analytics services
• Fingerprint devices

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this Privacy Policy
• Providing a notice within the Application (for significant changes)

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about our data practices.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

15. Summary of Key Points

By using App Store Connect Manager, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.