Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 01/14/2025
Apps: Parachute Backup, Offloader, Outpost Launcher
Developer: Parachute Apps
Website: parachuteapps.com

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Overview

Parachute Apps develops macOS applications designed to enhance your productivity and data management. Our suite includes Parachute Backup (for backing up iCloud data), Offloader (for managing iCloud Drive storage), and Outpost Launcher (for drag-and-drop file management). We take your privacy seriously. This policy explains how we handle your information across all our applications.

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What Information We Collect

We do NOT collect any personal data.

All Parachute Apps operate entirely on your local Mac device. They do not transmit, store, or share your data with us or any third party. Specifically:
	•	We do not collect, log, or transmit your iCloud credentials.
	•	We do not access, upload, or analyze your photos, documents, or files beyond their intended local functionality.
	•	We do not track your usage patterns, contacts, or file operations.
	•	We do not use any advertising, analytics, or targeted tracking services.
	•	We do not collect crash reports or diagnostic data without your explicit consent.

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Local Processing Only

All processing is done locally on your device:

• Parachute Backup accesses your files solely to copy them from iCloud to the destination folder you choose.
• Offloader manages iCloud Drive files locally to help free up storage space.
• Outpost Launcher organizes and facilitates drag-and-drop operations between local applications and destinations.

No files, contacts, or personal information leave your machine through our applications.

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Third-Party Services

Our applications do not integrate with or transmit data to any third-party services, analytics platforms, or advertising networks.

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Data Security

Because our applications do not transmit or store data externally, there is no risk of data breach from our side. However, the security of your files depends on:
	•	Your chosen backup destinations (e.g., local disk, external drive, NAS)
	•	Your iCloud account security
	•	Your local system security practices

You are responsible for securing your chosen storage locations and maintaining appropriate system security.

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App Store and System Integration

Our apps integrate only with standard macOS system services required for their functionality:
	•	CloudKit for iCloud access (Parachute Backup, Offloader)
	•	File system access for local file operations
	•	System contacts for recent contact suggestions (Outpost Launcher)
	•	Standard macOS APIs for application launching and file management

All integrations respect macOS privacy controls and require appropriate user permissions.

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Children's Privacy

Our applications are not intended for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect or store information from children.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our applications or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on our website at parachuteapps.com/privacy and, where applicable, communicated through app updates.

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Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or our privacy practices, you can contact us at:

contact@parachuteapps.com

You can also find more information at: parachuteapps.com

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Your Rights

As our applications operate entirely locally on your device:
	•	You have complete control over your data at all times
	•	You can delete any app data by uninstalling the application
	•	No personal information is stored on external servers to access, modify, or delete
	•	All data processing happens under your direct control on your own device

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Disclaimer

These applications are provided "as-is" without warranty of any kind. By using any Parachute Apps software, you acknowledge and agree that you are solely responsible for your data, backups, and file management decisions. We accept no liability for data loss, system failure, user error, or any consequences arising from the use of our applications.