Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 16, 2024
1. Introduction
LocalMeet Notes ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our macOS application and website.
Our core principle: Your meeting data never leaves your device. All audio processing, transcription, and AI summarization happens 100% locally on your Mac.
2. Data Controller
The data controller responsible for your personal data is:
Georg KinzelEichelbergstraße 17
76461 Muggensturm
Germany
Email: kinzelbusiness@gmail.com
3. What Data We Collect
3.1 Data Processed Locally (Never Uploaded)
- Audio Recordings: Stored only on your Mac in your local Documents folder
- Transcriptions: Generated and stored locally using on-device AI
- Meeting Summaries: Created by local AI models, never sent to any server
- App Settings: Stored in local macOS preferences
3.2 Data We Collect (Account)
- Email Address: Required for account creation and login
- Authentication Data: Securely managed by Firebase Authentication
3.3 Data We Do NOT Collect
- Meeting content or recordings
- Transcription text
- Usage analytics or tracking data
- Device identifiers
- Location data
4. Purpose and Legal Basis
We process your email address for:
| Purpose | Legal Basis (GDPR Art. 6) |
|---|---|
| Account creation and authentication | Performance of contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) |
| Password reset functionality | Performance of contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) |
| Important service notifications | Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) |
5. Third-Party Services
Firebase Authentication (Google)
We use Firebase Authentication to securely manage user accounts. Firebase processes:
- Email address
- Encrypted password (we never see your password)
- Authentication tokens
Firebase's privacy policy: firebase.google.com/support/privacy
Data location: Firebase servers in the EU/US with appropriate safeguards.
6. Data Retention
- Local Data: Stored on your Mac until you delete it. We have no access.
- Account Data: Retained until you delete your account.
7. Your Rights (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
- Erasure: Delete your account and all associated data
- Restriction: Limit processing of your data
- Portability: Export your data in a common format
- Objection: Object to processing based on legitimate interest
To exercise your rights, contact us at kinzelbusiness@gmail.com or use the "Delete Account" feature in the app settings.
8. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical measures:
- All local data stays on your device (Privacy by Design)
- Firebase uses industry-standard encryption
- No unnecessary data collection
- Regular security reviews
9. Cookies
Our website does not use cookies or tracking technologies. We do not use analytics services like Google Analytics.
10. Children's Privacy
LocalMeet Notes is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes through the app or website.
12. Contact & Complaints
For privacy-related questions or to exercise your rights:
Email: kinzelbusiness@gmail.com
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority, in particular in the EU Member State of your residence. In Germany, this is:
Der Landesbeauftragte für den Datenschutz und die Informationsfreiheit Baden-WürttembergLautenschlagerstraße 20
70173 Stuttgart
Germany