DeskVeil Privacy Policy

Complete transparency about how DeskVeil handles your privacy and data.

Last updated: December 2025

Our Privacy Commitment

DeskVeil is designed with privacy as its foundation. We believe your desktop organization and preferences are personal, and we've built DeskVeil to ensure they stay private.

In simple terms: We don't collect, store, transmit, or analyze any of your personal data, settings, or usage patterns.

What We Don't Do

No Analytics or Tracking

We don't use any analytics services, tracking pixels, or telemetry to monitor how you use DeskVeil.

No Personal Information

We never collect names, email addresses, IP addresses, or any personally identifiable information.

No Desktop Content Access

DeskVeil never accesses, reads, or analyzes your desktop files, folders, or icon names.

No Third-Party Services

Zero third-party analytics, advertising networks, or data collection services are integrated.

How DeskVeil Works

DeskVeil operates entirely on your Mac using native macOS technologies:

Local Storage Only

All settings (overlay mode, color, intensity) are stored locally using macOS UserDefaults on your device.

No Internet Required

DeskVeil functions completely offline. No network connection is needed or used.

Overlay Technology

Creates visual overlay windows above desktop icons. Files are never moved, accessed, or modified.

No Permissions Required

DeskVeil requires no special permissions - no Screen Recording, no Accessibility access.

App Store Purchase Data

DeskVeil is distributed through the Mac App Store. Apple may collect information about your purchase as outlined in their privacy policy.

Purchase transactions are handled entirely by Apple
We do not receive or store your payment information
We do not have access to your Apple ID or account details

Changes to This Policy

If we ever change our privacy practices, we will update this policy and the "Last updated" date. However, our commitment to your privacy will not change: we will never collect your personal data.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy: