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Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 1, 2025

1. Introduction

antline ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our desktop application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

  • Email Address: If you choose to register for lifetime access or updates, we collect your email address.
  • Database Credentials: Connection settings and credentials you enter are stored locally on your device and encrypted using AES-256 encryption. We never have access to these credentials and they never leave your device.

2.2 Information We Do NOT Collect

  • We do not collect your database queries
  • We do not collect your query results or data
  • We do not track your usage patterns within the app
  • We do not use analytics or telemetry

3. How We Use Your Information

If you provide your email address, we use it to:

  • Send you product updates and new version notifications
  • Provide access to future releases
  • Send occasional promotional emails (with your consent)

4. Data Storage and Security

  • Local File Storage: All database credentials and connection settings are stored locally on your device. Sensitive data is encrypted.
  • Encryption: Sensitive data is encrypted using AES-256 encryption before being stored. Key for that encryption is random, stored in the operating system vault and we do not have access to it.
  • No Cloud Sync: Your data never leaves your machine unless you explicitly export it.

5. Third-Party Services

antline does not integrate with third-party analytics, tracking, or advertising services. The only external connections made are:

  • Database connections you explicitly configure (to your own database servers)
  • Update checks and notifications to our servers

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data we hold about you
  • Request deletion of your email from our mailing list
  • Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time
  • Export or delete your local data at any time

7. Data Retention

We retain your email address until you request its deletion or unsubscribe from our mailing list. Local data is retained on your device until you delete it or uninstall the application.

8. Changes to This 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 and updating the "Last updated" date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our support channels.