Mythical Beasts LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) provides this Privacy Policy to describe how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use Badger, our macOS voice recording and transcription application (“Badger” or “the App”).
1. Information We Collect
We collect information to deliver and improve Badger:
Voice Recordings & Transcriptions: Audio you record and text we generate from transcriptions.
Usage Information: Actions you take in the App, feature usage, timestamps, error logs.
Subscription & Payment Information: Name, billing address, and payment data (processed by our payment partner).
Support Communications: If you contact us, we may store communications for customer support.
2. How We Use Information
We use your information to:
Operate, provide, and maintain Badger.
Improve and develop new features.
Troubleshoot, analyze, and monitor usage for stability and performance.
Process payments and manage subscriptions.
Communicate with you about your account, product updates, or customer support.
3. Accessibility Permissions
Badger requests macOS Accessibility permissions to detect keyboard shortcuts to control recordings. We use this permission only for key detection related to the App’s functions and never collect unrelated activity.
4. Legal Bases for Processing
Where required by law (e.g., in the EU), we rely on:
Performance of a contract (providing Badger).
Legitimate interests (e.g., improving Badger).
Your consent, where applicable (e.g., marketing emails, analytics opt-in).
5. Sharing & Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share it only:
With trusted service providers assisting us (e.g., hosting, payment processing).
If required by law, subpoena, or legal process.
To protect the rights or safety of Badger, our users, or the public.
6. Data Retention
We retain recordings and associated data as long as needed for providing the service and as required by applicable laws. You can request deletion at any time (see Your Rights below).
7. Security
We implement industry-standard measures to protect your data, including encryption during transfer and secure storage. However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.
8. International Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers outside your country. Where required, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
9. Cookies and Analytics
Badger does not use cookies directly, but may use analytics tools (e.g., anonymized usage tracking) to improve the App. You can opt out by contacting {Support Email}.
10. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or restrict processing of your data. To exercise your rights, contact {Support Email}.
11. Children’s Privacy
Badger is not designed for use by children under 18, and we do not knowingly collect information from them.
12. Changes to this Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the revised policy at {Privacy Policy URL} or through other means.
13. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, requests, or complaints, email us at {Support Email}.