Privacy Policy

1. Our Philosophy

NovelOS is built on a simple principle: your creative work belongs to you. We designed our software to be local-first, meaning your manuscripts, characters, and world-building data live exclusively on your device. We can't read your work because we never receive it.

2. Data We Collect

2.1 Application Data (Local Only)

All creative content you create in NovelOS—including manuscripts, characters, world-building notes, and project files—is stored locally on your device. This data is never transmitted to our servers.

2.2 Purchase Information

When you purchase NovelOS, our payment processor (Stripe/Paddle) collects:

• Email address
• Billing information
• Transaction details

We receive only your email address and purchase confirmation. We do not store credit card information.

2.3 Website Analytics

Our website uses privacy-focused analytics to understand traffic patterns:

• Pages visited
• Referral sources
• General location (country/city level)
• Device type and browser

We do not use invasive tracking cookies or sell your data to third parties.

3. AI Features & Your API Keys

NovelOS supports optional AI features (character generation, prose suggestions, etc.) using a "Bring Your Own Key" model:

• You provide your own API keys (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.)
• API requests go directly from your device to the AI provider
• We never see your prompts, responses, or API keys
• Your API keys are stored locally and encrypted on your device

Please review your AI provider's privacy policy for how they handle data.

4. Data Sharing & Third Parties

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except:

• Payment processors (Stripe/Paddle) for transaction processing
• Email service (for license delivery and critical updates only)
• Legal requirements (if required by law)

5. Data Security

Since your creative work never leaves your device, the security of your manuscripts is in your hands. We recommend:

• Regular backups of your project files
• Using full-disk encryption on your device
• Keeping your operating system updated

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request a copy of your personal data we hold
• Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Export your creative work at any time (it's already local!)

7. Children's Privacy

NovelOS is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes via email or through the application.

9. Contact Us

Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us: