Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 2025
Privacy-First Promise
Gubb is designed with privacy as the foundation. Your notes, tasks, and personal data never leave your device. We believe your information belongs to you, and you alone.
Information We Don't Collect
Unlike most applications, Gubb is built on the principle of data minimization. Here's what we don't collect:
- Your notes, documents, or any content you create
- Personal information like names, email addresses, or phone numbers
- Usage analytics or behavioral data
- Device information beyond what's necessary for app functionality
- Location data
- Biometric data
- Financial information
Information We May Collect
In very limited circumstances, we may collect minimal information:
App Store Information
When you download Gubb from the App Store or Microsoft Store, those platforms may share basic purchase information with us. We don't request or store this information - it's managed entirely by the app store platforms.
Support Communications
If you contact us for support, we may store your email address and the content of your communication solely to provide assistance. This information is deleted after your issue is resolved.
Optional Crash Reports
If you opt-in through your device settings, anonymous crash reports may be sent to help us improve the app. These reports contain no personal information or content from your notes.
How Your Data is Protected
🔐 Local Storage Only
All your content is stored exclusively on your device using your operating system's secure file system.
🚫 No Network Access
Gubb doesn't require network permissions for core functionality, ensuring your data can't accidentally be transmitted.
🛡️ Device Security
Your data is protected by your device's built-in security features, including file system encryption and access controls.
📱 Platform Security
Distributed through official app stores with their security review processes and sandboxing protections.
Data Sharing and Third Parties
We do not share, sell, rent, or trade your personal information with third parties for their commercial purposes. The limited scenarios where information might be shared include:
- App Store Platforms: Basic app distribution information managed by Apple or Microsoft
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or to protect our legal rights (extremely rare given our minimal data collection)
- Support Services: Minimal information needed to provide technical support when you request it
Your Rights and Control
Complete Data Ownership
Since your data never leaves your device, you have complete control over it at all times:
- Access: Your data is always available to you on your device
- Modification: Edit or delete any content at any time
- Export: Use built-in export features to backup or migrate your data
- Deletion: Uninstalling the app removes all associated data
Cookies and Tracking
Gubb does not use cookies, tracking pixels, or any other tracking technologies. Our website may use basic analytics, but the app itself contains no tracking mechanisms.
Children's Privacy
Gubb does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. Given our privacy-first design and minimal data collection, the app is safe for users of all ages, but we recommend parental guidance for younger users.
International Data Transfers
Since your data remains on your device, there are no international data transfers. The minimal support communication data, if any, is handled with appropriate safeguards in compliance with international privacy laws.
Data Retention
Your content data is retained on your device for as long as you choose to keep it. For the minimal data we might collect (support emails), we retain it only as long as necessary to provide the requested service, typically no more than 30 days after issue resolution.
Security Measures
Our security approach focuses on not collecting data in the first place:
- Offline-first architecture eliminates most security risks
- Regular security audits of our minimal codebase
- Adherence to platform security guidelines
- Transparent security practices
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Given our minimal data collection practices, changes are likely to be minor and clarifying in nature.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our contact page. We're committed to addressing any privacy concerns you may have.
Our Privacy Commitment
At Gubb, privacy isn't an afterthought - it's the foundation of everything we build. We believe that your thoughts, notes, and tasks are deeply personal and should never be compromised. This commitment drives every decision we make about our product.