Privacy Policy

SightPause

SightPause was previously published on the App Store as "Eye Break Reminder". This policy covers all versions of the app.

This Privacy Policy describes how SightPause ("we", "our", or "the App") handles your information when you use our macOS application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 We Do Not Collect Personal Data

SightPause is designed with your privacy as a priority. We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal information. The app operates entirely on your device.

1.2 Data Processed Locally

The following data is processed and stored only on your device:

• Break schedule preferences (work duration, break duration, intervals)
• Posture and blink reminder settings
• Auto-Pause and idle tracking preferences
• Appearance customizations (themes, break screen backgrounds)
• Sound effect and notification preferences
• Office hours and schedule configurations
• General app settings (launch at login, menu bar display)

This data never leaves your device and is not accessible to us.

1.3 Information We Do NOT Collect

We do not collect, transmit, or store:

• Personal identification information
• Location data
• Contact information
• Usage analytics or tracking data
• Device identifiers
• Browsing or search history
• Screen content or screenshots
• Keystroke data or input monitoring
• Any form of behavioral data

1.4 Purchase Information

If you subscribe to SightPause:

• All payment processing is handled exclusively by Apple through the App Store
• We do not have access to your payment information, credit card details, or Apple ID
• Purchase receipts are validated locally on your device through Apple's StoreKit framework
• Subscription status is managed entirely by Apple's subscription infrastructure

2. How the App Works

SightPause functions entirely locally on your Mac:

• Break Timer: Tracks work intervals and schedules eye breaks using local timers on your device
• Break Screen Overlay: Displays full-screen break reminders locally without transmitting any data
• Posture & Blink Reminders: Sends periodic wellness nudges through local system notifications
• Auto-Pause: Detects user idle state through local system events (mouse, keyboard activity) to automatically pause and resume the break timer
• Notifications: Break reminders and wellness nudges are handled by the local macOS notification service
• Custom Backgrounds: User-selected break screen images are stored in the app's local sandboxed container

3. Microphone Access

SightPause 1.1 and later do not request microphone access. Earlier versions (published as "Eye Break Reminder") could request it for the following purpose:

• Active Call Detection: The app checks whether your microphone is currently in use by another application (such as video conferencing or phone calls) to automatically pause break reminders during meetings
• The app does not record, store, or transmit any audio data
• The app does not listen to or process the content of your conversations
• The microphone permission is used solely to detect active usage status — no audio data is ever captured
• This feature was optional and could be disabled in the app's settings

You can manage microphone permission at any time in System Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is protected by Apple's built-in security measures:

• All app data is stored in the app's sandboxed container
• Data is protected by your device's FileVault encryption
• No data is transmitted to external servers
• Uninstalling the app removes all associated data from your device

5. Third-Party Services

The App uses only the following Apple services:

• Apple App Store: For app distribution and updates
• Apple StoreKit: For processing subscription purchases
• Apple UserNotifications: For break reminders and wellness nudge alerts

We do not integrate any third-party analytics, advertising networks, or tracking services.

6. Permissions

SightPause may request the following permissions:

• Notifications: To alert you about upcoming breaks, posture reminders, and blink reminders (optional)
• Microphone (versions before 1.1 only): To detect active calls and automatically pause break reminders during meetings (optional)
• Login Items: To optionally launch the app at system startup
• Accessibility: To detect user input activity for Auto-Pause (optional)

All permissions are optional and can be managed at any time in macOS System Settings.

7. Children's Privacy

SightPause is safe for users of all ages. We do not collect personal information from anyone, including children under 13. The app contains no user-generated content, social features, or external links beyond this privacy policy and support contacts.

8. Your Rights

Since we do not collect any personal data:

• There is no personal data to access, correct, or delete from our systems
• All your preferences and data are stored locally on your device
• You can delete all app data by uninstalling the application
• You can reset app settings within the app at any time

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: support@docgpt.ai
• Website: https://docgpt.ai

11. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act. Since SightPause does not collect any personal information, these rights are automatically fulfilled. We do not sell personal information to third parties.

12. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area: SightPause does not collect or process personal data. All app functionality operates locally on your device without any data transmission to external servers, fully complying with GDPR requirements.