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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 9/17/2025

1. Information We Collect

Siffs collects minimal information to provide our service:

  • Email Address: Required for user authentication and account management
  • No File Data: We do not collect, store, or have access to your files or their contents
  • No Search Data: Your search queries and results remain entirely on your device

2. How We Use Your Information

Your email address is used solely for:

  • User authentication and account verification
  • Important service updates and security notifications
  • Customer support when you contact us

3. Local Data Processing

Siffs is designed with privacy as a core principle:

  • Local Processing: All file analysis and search operations occur entirely on your computer
  • No Cloud Storage: Your files and their contents are never uploaded to our servers
  • Local Embeddings: File embeddings are generated and stored only on your local machine
  • Third-Party Embedding Service: We use a third-party service to generate embeddings, but this service does not store or retain the embeddings

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your email address. Since your files and search data never leave your device, they remain under your complete control and protection.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties. Your email address is kept confidential and used only as described in this policy.

6. Data Retention

We retain your email address only as long as your account is active. You may request account deletion at any time, after which your email will be permanently removed from our systems.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we have about you (your email address)
  • Request correction of any inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your account and associated data
  • Withdraw consent for processing your email address

8. Children's Privacy

Siffs is not intended for use by children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes via email or through the application.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us through our support channels.