Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 30, 2026
1. Introduction
Highlight Studio ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our macOS application and related services (collectively, the "Service").
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- Account information (email address, name) when you create an account
- Payment information processed through Apple's App Store or our payment provider
- Content you create using the Service (screen recordings, transcriptions)
- Communications you send to us (support requests, feedback)
2.2 Information Collected Automatically
- Device information (macOS version, hardware model)
- App usage analytics (features used, session duration)
- Crash reports and performance data
- IP address and approximate location (country/region level)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
- Process transactions and manage your subscription
- Provide AI-powered transcription of your recordings
- Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
- Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
- Detect, prevent, and address technical issues
4. AI Transcription & Data Processing
When you use our AI transcription feature, audio data from your recordings is processed to generate text transcriptions. This processing may involve third-party AI service providers. Audio data sent for transcription is processed in real-time and is not retained by our AI providers after the transcription is complete. The resulting transcriptions are stored in your account and under your control.
5. Data Storage & Security
Your recordings and transcriptions are stored locally on your device by default. If you use cloud sync or sharing features, your data is encrypted in transit and at rest using industry-standard encryption. We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
6. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Service providers: Third parties that help us operate the Service (cloud hosting, AI transcription, analytics, payment processing)
- Legal requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process
- Business transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- With your consent: When you explicitly choose to share recordings or transcriptions with others
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information
- Export your data in a portable format
- Opt out of analytics and non-essential data collection
- Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at the email address provided below.
8. Data Retention
We retain your account information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. If you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it by law.
9. Children's Privacy
The Service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete it promptly.
10. 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. Your continued use of the Service after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: