Effective Date: January 14, 2026
Last Updated: January 14, 2026

Clearical Technologies ("we," "us," or "our") operates the Clearical desktop application and website at clearical.io (collectively, the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our Service.

By using Clearical, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address used for authentication and account management.
• Payment Information: When you subscribe to a paid plan, payment processing is handled by Stripe. We store your Stripe customer ID but do not store credit card numbers or payment details directly.
• API Credentials: If you choose to integrate with Jira or Tempo, you provide API tokens for these services. These credentials are encrypted and stored locally on your device.

1.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use Clearical's time tracking features, the application collects:

• Time Entry Data: Start and end times, duration of work sessions, and associated notes or descriptions.
• Window Activity Data: Application names, window titles, and timestamps of application switching during tracked sessions.
• Screenshots: If you enable screenshot capture, images of your screen are captured at intervals you configure. Screenshots are encrypted and stored locally on your device.
• AI Analysis Data: If enabled, extracted text and visual elements from screenshots, AI-generated descriptions of your activities, and activity classifications.

1.3 Device Information

• Device identifier, device name, platform, and operating system version (used for subscription validation across devices).

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide the Service: Enable time tracking, activity monitoring, and integration with Jira and Tempo.
• Process Payments: Manage subscriptions and billing through Stripe.
• Authenticate Users: Verify your identity and manage your account.
• Improve the Service: Understand how features are used to enhance functionality.
• Provide AI Features: Generate activity summaries and classifications using on-device AI models and, optionally, cloud-based AI services.
• Communicate with You: Send service-related notifications, updates, and support responses.

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Storage

The majority of your data is stored locally on your device:

• Database: Time entries, work buckets, and cached data are stored in an SQLite database on your device.
• Screenshots: Captured screenshots are encrypted using AES-256-GCM encryption and stored locally. The encryption key is protected by your operating system's secure storage (Keychain on macOS).
• API Credentials: Jira and Tempo API tokens are encrypted using your operating system's secure storage and never transmitted except to authenticate with those services.

3.2 Cloud Services

Limited data is transmitted to third-party services:

• Supabase: Handles authentication. Stores your email address and authentication tokens.
• Stripe: Processes payments. Stores customer ID, subscription status, and payment method details.
• Anthropic (Optional): If you enable AI-powered screenshot analysis, screenshot data may be sent to Anthropic's Claude API for processing. This feature is optional and can be disabled.

3.3 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• Encryption of sensitive data at rest (AES-256-GCM)
• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
• Operating system-level credential protection
• Secure session management

4. Third-Party Services

Clearical integrates with the following third-party services:

Each third-party service has its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them:

• Stripe: https://stripe.com/privacy
• Supabase: https://supabase.com/privacy
• Atlassian (Jira): https://www.atlassian.com/legal/privacy-policy
• Tempo: https://www.tempo.io/privacy-policy
• Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com/privacy

5. Data Retention

• Local Data: Time entries, screenshots, and activity data are retained on your device until you delete them. We do not automatically delete local data.
• Account Data: Your account information is retained as long as your account is active. Upon account deletion, we remove your data from our cloud services.
• Payment Data: Stripe retains payment information according to their policies and legal requirements.

6. Your Rights and Choices

6.1 Access and Export

You can export your time tracking data at any time through the application's export feature.

6.2 Deletion

• Delete individual time entries and screenshots within the application.
• Request deletion of your account and associated cloud data by contacting support@clearical.io.

6.3 Control Over Data Collection

• App Blacklisting: Exclude specific applications from activity tracking.
• Screenshot Settings: Enable, disable, or adjust screenshot capture frequency.
• AI Features: Enable or disable AI-powered analysis features.
• Integrations: Connect or disconnect Jira and Tempo integrations at any time.

6.4 Permissions

On macOS, Clearical requires Screen Recording and Accessibility permissions. You can revoke these permissions at any time through System Settings, which will disable related features.

7. Children's Privacy

Clearical is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us at support@clearical.io.

8. Analytics and Tracking

Clearical does not use third-party analytics services or tracking cookies. We do not track your usage patterns, share data with advertisers, or build behavioral profiles.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed in countries other than your own when using cloud services (Stripe, Supabase, Anthropic). These services maintain appropriate safeguards for international data transfers.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:

• Posting the new Privacy Policy on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Notifying you through the application for significant changes

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

11. Quebec Privacy Law Compliance

As a Quebec-based company, we comply with Quebec's Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector. You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request correction of inaccurate information
• Withdraw consent to data processing (subject to legal limitations)
• File a complaint with the Commission d'accès à l'information du Québec

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Clearical Technologies

Email: support@clearical.io

Website: https://clearical.io

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