Privacy Policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Elastotype ("we," "our," or "the Software") handles information when you use our macOS spell checking application.

Elastotype is committed to protecting your privacy. We use AI-powered processing to deliver accurate spell checking and text corrections while maintaining security through encrypted data transmission and strict data handling practices.

Elastotype provides AI-powered spell checking and romanization conversion:

Spell Checking Process

1. You type text in any macOS application
2. Elastotype monitors keystrokes using macOS Input Monitoring permissions
3. Text is sent to our AI processing service with encryption
4. Spelling suggestions are generated and returned to your device
5. Corrections are displayed to you in real-time

Romanization Feature

1. You type romanized Korean text (e.g., "annyeong")
2. Elastotype converts it to Hangul (e.g., "안녕") using AI algorithms
3. The conversion is processed through our secure API
4. Results are returned and displayed on your device

For spell checking and text processing functionality, we temporarily process your text. Here's what we do with it:

Text Processing

• Purpose: To provide spell checking and romanization conversion
• Transmission: Your text is sent to our AI service with encryption
• Retention: Text is processed immediately and not stored permanently on our servers
• No Permanent Storage: We do not maintain logs of the text you process

What We DO NOT Collect

• Personal information (name, email, address, phone number)
• Usage analytics or behavior tracking
• Device identifiers or IP addresses
• Location data

When you use Elastotype:

• Encryption: All text sent for processing uses encrypted data transmission
• No Third-Party Sharing: We do not share your data with unrelated third parties
• API Processing: Text is processed by our AI service for spell checking only
• No Permanent Records: Processed text is not stored for marketing, training, or other purposes

Elastotype requires the following macOS permissions to function:

Input Monitoring

Purpose: Required to monitor keystrokes for spell checking and romanization conversion.

What we do: We use this permission to detect typed text and send it for processing through our AI service.

What we don't do: We do not log, store, or sell the keystrokes we monitor.

Secure Input Detection

Elastotype respects macOS Secure Input mode:

• When you type in password fields or secure applications, Elastotype automatically disables monitoring
• Your passwords and sensitive information are never sent to our service

Elastotype does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Since no account or personal data is required, the Software can be used by individuals of all ages.

• Encrypted Transmission: Text is transmitted with encryption to our processing service
• Code Signing: The Software is code-signed to prevent tampering
• Secure Handling: No permanent storage or logging of processed text
• Sandboxing: Elastotype operates within macOS security boundaries

Since we do not collect personal data, you have complete control over the Software:

Control Over the Application

• Preferences: You can adjust settings at any time within the application
• Uninstallation: Deleting Elastotype removes all local application data
• Revoke Permissions: You can revoke Input Monitoring permission in macOS System Settings at any time
• No Account: Since no account is required, you can use or stop using the app freely

Elastotype can be used worldwide. Since no personal data is collected, there are minimal compliance concerns with regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, or other privacy laws. Text processed through our API is handled according to our data protection standards.

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes to the Software's functionality
• Changes in privacy laws or regulations
• Improvements to our privacy practices

When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Notify users through the Software if changes are significant

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how Elastotype handles your data, please contact us:

Email: privacy@elastotype.com
Website: elastotype.com
Support: support@elastotype.com

We will respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days.