Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 2, 2026
Overview
WhisperDesk is designed with privacy as a core principle. Your audio files and transcriptions are processed entirely on your local machine and never uploaded to any server.
Data We Collect
Information You Provide
When you purchase a licence, we collect:
- Email address (for licence delivery and support)
- Payment information (processed securely by Stripe)
Information We Do NOT Collect
WhisperDesk does not collect, transmit, or store:
- Your audio or video files
- Your transcription results
- Usage analytics or telemetry
- Personal files or documents
Local Processing
All transcription processing happens locally on your Mac using the Whisper AI model. Your audio files never leave your device. The application works completely offline after initial download.
Payment Processing
Payments are processed securely through Stripe. We do not store your full credit card number or payment details on our servers. Please refer to Stripe's Privacy Policy for information on how they handle your payment data.
Licence Verification
Your licence is verified locally using cryptographic signatures. The app does not phone home or require an internet connection to verify your licence after initial activation.
Email Communications
We may send you emails related to:
- Licence key delivery
- Important product updates
- Support responses
- Subscription renewal reminders
You can opt out of non-essential communications at any time by contacting support.
Data Retention
We retain your email address and licence information for the duration of your subscription and for a reasonable period afterward to handle support requests and enable reactivation if needed.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to processing of your data
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@whisperdesk.app.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@whisperdesk.app.