diff --git a/privacy-policy.md b/privacy-policy.md new file mode 100644 index 0000000..3a004f9 --- /dev/null +++ b/privacy-policy.md @@ -0,0 +1,57 @@ +# Korax Privacy Policy + +_Last updated: 22 May 2026_ + +## Who we are + +Korax is a PGP-first email client developed and distributed by **K-Ops Oy**. Questions about this policy can be sent to: **korax@k-ops.eu** + +## What data Korax processes + +Korax connects directly to your email provider using the IMAP and SMTP protocols. The following data is processed on your device: + +| Data | Purpose | Where it is stored | +|------|---------|-------------------| +| IMAP/SMTP server addresses, port, and TLS settings | Connect to your mail server | On-device SQLite database | +| Email account credentials (username and password) | Authenticate with your mail server | OS secure credential store (Android Keystore / iOS Keychain) | +| Email message content (headers, body, attachments) | Display your mail | On-device SQLite cache | +| Email addresses of senders and recipients | Display contacts and compose mail | On-device SQLite database | +| PGP keys you generate or import | Encrypt and decrypt mail | On-device SQLite database | + +## What we do not collect + +- Korax does **not** operate any servers that receive your data. +- Your email content, credentials, and keys never leave your device through Korax. All network communication goes directly between your device and your configured mail server. +- Korax does **not** collect analytics, crash reports, usage statistics, or any telemetry. +- Korax does **not** display advertising. +- Korax does **not** sell, share, or transmit your data to any third party. + +## Permissions + +Korax requests only the **INTERNET** permission, used solely to connect to your configured IMAP/SMTP servers. + +## Data retention and deletion + +All data is stored locally on your device. To delete your data, remove your accounts within the app (Settings → Accounts) or uninstall Korax. Uninstalling the app removes all locally cached messages and settings. + +## Security + +- Credentials are stored in the OS secure credential store and are not accessible to other apps. +- All connections to mail servers use TLS encryption. +- PGP private keys are stored in the OS secure enclave (Android Keystore / iOS Keychain) and never written to disk in plaintext. + +## Children + +Korax is not directed at children under 13 and does not knowingly collect data from children. + +## GDPR (EU residents) + +Korax processes data solely on your own device under your control. Because no data is transmitted to or stored by K-Ops Oy, we do not act as a data controller or data processor under the GDPR for your email content. You have full control over your data at all times. + +## Changes to this policy + +If we update this policy, the new version will be published at this URL with an updated "Last updated" date. + +## Contact + +Privacy questions: **korax@k-ops.eu**