Privacy Policy

1. Local-First Privacy Commitment

BeBuddy does not retain any data on our servers. We are committed to protecting your privacy through a local-first architecture where all communication flows directly between your machine and Google Gemini AI, with BeBuddy acting solely as a local bridge.

2. What We Do NOT Collect

• No Server Data Storage: We do not store any of your personal information, conversations, or audio data on our servers
• No Account Information: No email addresses, usernames, or personal details are collected
• No Audio Recordings: Audio is processed in real-time and sent directly to Google Gemini using your API key
• No Conversation History: All conversation history is stored locally on your device only
• No Tracking: We do not track your usage patterns or behavior

3. Local Data Storage Only

All your data remains exclusively on your device:

• Settings & Preferences: Stored locally on your device
• Google Gemini API Key: Stored locally on your device
• Conversation History: Stored locally on your device
• Custom Prompts: Stored locally on your device

4. Google Gemini Integration

BeBuddy uses only Google Gemini as its AI partner:

• Direct Communication: Your audio data goes directly from your machine to Google Gemini
• Your API Key: You provide and manage your own Google Gemini API key
• Google's Privacy Policy: Data processed by Google Gemini is subject to Google's privacy policy
• No Intermediary Storage: BeBuddy does not intercept, store, or process your data

5. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not share any information because we do not collect or store any information. Remember:

• All communication is between your machine and Google directly
• BeBuddy acts as a local client application only
• No third-party access to your data through our systems
• No data breaches possible from our end since we store nothing

6. Data Security

• Local Storage: Your API keys are stored locally
• No Network Storage: No sensitive data transmitted to our servers
• Secure Communication: All connections are secure
• Your Control: You have complete control over all your data

7. Your Rights and Control

• Complete Ownership: You own all your data since it never leaves your device
• Easy Deletion: Uninstall BeBuddy to remove all local data
• No Account Deletion Needed: Since no account is created, no deletion process required
• API Key Management: Manage your Google Gemini API key directly with Google

8. Children's Privacy

BeBuddy does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. Since we don't collect any personal information at all, this policy applies universally.

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 effective date. Since our core principle of not storing data will not change, updates will typically be clarifications or additional protections.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us through our website at buddy.becreatif.ai.