Last updated: January 3, 2025

At Translate PRO, protecting your privacy is our top priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information when you use our professional translation app for macOS.

1. Information We Collect

Translate PRO is designed with privacy in mind. We collect minimal information:

1.1 Translation Data

• Local Processing:

  With Apple Translation framework (macOS 15.0+), translations are processed locally on your device

• Web Services:

  When using Google Translate, text is sent to Google's servers (subject to Google's privacy policy)

• Clipboard Monitoring:

  Double Cmd+C feature only accesses clipboard content when triggered by you

• Voice Input:

  Microphone access only when explicitly using voice translation features

1.2 App Usage Information

• Preferences:

  Language preferences, window positions, and app settings stored locally

• Analytics:

  Anonymous usage statistics to improve app performance (can be disabled)

• Crash Reports:

  Technical data to fix app errors (no personal content included)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use information solely to provide and improve translation services:

• Translation Services:

  Processing translations through selected service (Apple or Google)

• History Management:

  Storing translation history locally on your device

• Performance:

  Optimizing app speed and accuracy

• Technical Support:

  Resolving issues when you contact support

• Security:

  Ensuring app integrity and preventing abuse

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage Priority

Translate PRO prioritizes local storage whenever possible. Translation history, preferences, and cached translations are stored only on your Mac.

3.2 Apple Translation Framework

When using Apple's Translation framework (macOS 15.0+), translations are processed entirely on-device with no data sent to external servers.

3.3 Security Measures

• App Sandbox:

  macOS App Sandbox restricts app access to system resources

• Encrypted Storage:

  Sensitive preferences encrypted using macOS Keychain

• Secure Communication:

  All network communication uses SSL/TLS encryption

• No Cloud Sync:

  Your translations are never uploaded to our servers

4. Third-Party Services

Translate PRO integrates with the following services:

• Google Translate:

  When selected, text is sent to Google for translation (see Google Privacy Policy)

• Apple Services:

  App Store for updates and purchases (see Apple Privacy Policy)

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have full control over your data:

• Clear History:

  Delete translation history anytime from app preferences

• Disable Analytics:

  Turn off anonymous usage statistics in settings

• Offline Mode:

  Use Apple Translation for completely offline operation

• Permissions:

  Revoke microphone or accessibility permissions in System Preferences

• Data Request:

  Contact us to request information about any data we may have

6. Permissions and Access

Translate PRO requests the following permissions:

• Microphone:

  Only for voice translation feature (optional)

• Accessibility:

  For double Cmd+C quick translation feature (optional)

• Network:

  For web-based translation services

All permissions are optional and can be revoked through macOS System Preferences. The app will continue to function with reduced features.

7. Children's Privacy

Translate PRO is a general audience app suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. The app does not require account creation or personal information to function.

8. Data Retention

Translation history is stored locally on your device until you choose to delete it. We do not retain any translation data on our servers. Anonymous analytics data (if enabled) is aggregated and cannot be linked to individual users.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. Significant changes will be notified through the app or Mac App Store update notes. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Information

11. App Store Notice

Translate PRO is distributed through the Mac App Store. Apple's privacy practices apply to App Store transactions and updates. See Apple's Privacy Policy for details about how Apple handles your App Store account information.