Privacy Policy

TheNovelistPro

Version 1.0 - January 1, 2026

INTRODUCTION

This Privacy Policy describes how Antonio Caria ("Developer," "we," "us," or "our") handles information in connection with the TheNovelistPro application ("Application" or "App") for macOS.

Developer:Antonio CariaVia Sicilia 2009072 Cabras (OR)ItalyEmail: info@thenovelistpro.com

1. OUR PRIVACY PHILOSOPHY

TheNovelistPro is designed with privacy at its core. We believe your creative work belongs to you and you alone.

In short: We don't collect your data.

The Application operates entirely on your device. We have no servers, no user accounts, no analytics systems, and no way to access your content or personal information.

2. WHAT WE DO NOT COLLECT

To be completely transparent:

• We do not collect your manuscripts, stories, or any creative content
• We do not collect your characters, plots, scenes, or narrative elements
• We do not collect your name, email, or any personal information
• We do not collect usage analytics or behavioral data
• We do not collect crash reports or diagnostic data
• We do not collect your location, contacts, or any other device data
• We do not have user accounts or registration systems
• We do not have servers that store or process your information

3. HOW THE APPLICATION WORKS

3.1 Local Storage Only

All your content (manuscripts, projects, characters, plots, notes) is stored:

• Locally on your Mac
• In folders you choose within your file system
• Under your complete control

We have no technical means to access this content.

3.2 No Account Required

TheNovelistPro does not require registration or user accounts. You download the app, subscribe through Apple, and start working. We never know who you are.

4. SUBSCRIPTION AND PAYMENTS

Your subscription is managed entirely by Apple through the App Store.

• Apple processes all payments
• Apple stores your payment information
• Apple manages subscription renewals and cancellations

We do not receive your payment details, billing address, or any financial information from Apple. We only know that a valid subscription exists on your device—not who owns it.

For questions about payments or refunds, please contact Apple Support or manage your subscription through your Apple ID settings.

5. THIRD-PARTY AI SERVICES

5.1 Optional AI Features

TheNovelistPro can integrate with third-party AI services to provide writing assistance. These services are:

• Anthropic (Claude)
• OpenAI
• Ollama (runs locally on your device)

Using AI features is entirely optional. The Application works fully without them.

5.2 How AI Data Transmission Works

When you explicitly choose to use an AI feature:

• The text you select is sent directly from your device to the AI provider
• This transmission happens only when you initiate it (e.g., clicking an AI button)
• We are not involved in this transmission—it goes directly to the AI provider
• We do not see, log, or store any content you send to AI services

5.3 Your API Keys

If you use your own API keys for AI services:

• Keys are stored locally on your device only
• Keys are never transmitted to us
• You are responsible for managing and protecting your keys

5.4 Third-Party Privacy Policies

When you use AI features, your data is subject to the privacy policies of those providers:

• Anthropic: https://www.anthropic.com/privacy
• OpenAI: https://openai.com/privacy
• Ollama: Processes everything locally—no data leaves your device

We recommend reviewing these policies before using AI features.

5.5 Fully Private Option

If you want AI assistance with complete privacy, use Ollama. It runs AI models locally on your Mac, so no data ever leaves your device.

6. SUPPORT COMMUNICATIONS

If you contact us at info@thenovelistpro.com for support:

• We will receive your email address and message content
• We use this information solely to respond to your inquiry
• We do not add you to marketing lists
• We retain support emails for up to 36 months to provide better assistance

This is the only situation where we may receive personal information from you—and only because you voluntarily send it to us.

7. YOUR RIGHTS

Since we don't collect personal data, there is generally nothing to access, correct, or delete. However, if you have contacted us for support and wish to:

• Access any information from your communications with us
• Request deletion of your support emails
• Ask questions about your privacy

Please contact us at info@thenovelistpro.com. We will respond within 30 days.

8. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

The Application is not directed at children under 13. Since we don't collect any data, we cannot knowingly or unknowingly collect information from children.

9. CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

If we change our practices (for example, if we introduce features that involve data collection), we will update this Privacy Policy and notify users through the Application.

Any significant changes will be communicated before they take effect.

10. CONTACT US

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy:

Antonio CariaVia Sicilia 2009072 Cabras (OR)Italy

Email: info@thenovelistpro.comWebsite: https://thenovelistpro.com

11. SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY

For privacy concerns, you may also contact the Italian Data Protection Authority:

Garante per la protezione dei dati personaliPiazza Venezia 1100187 Roma, Italyhttps://www.garanteprivacy.it

SUMMARY

WhatOur PracticeYour creative contentStays on your device. We never see it.Personal informationWe don't collect any.Payment dataHandled entirely by Apple.AI featuresOptional. Data goes directly to AI providers, not to us.User accountsNone. We don't know who you are.AnalyticsNone.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 1, 2026.

© 2026 Antonio Caria. All rights reserved.

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