Privacy Policy

Deskward is built around local-first tracking. This page explains what data stays on your device, what can sync through Apple services, and what limited information may be processed by third-party providers.

Last updated: April 13, 2026

At a Glance

Local-First Storage

Work sessions, to-dos, summaries, and preferences are primarily stored inside the app sandbox on your device.

Optional Apple Sync

If iCloud sync is available and enabled, supported data can synchronize across your devices through CloudKit.

Limited Third-Party Processing

Analytics and ads may rely on Firebase Analytics and Google Mobile Ads, each governed by their own policies.

Information We Process

Information Stored by the App

Deskward is designed to help you track work hours and related productivity information. Depending on how you use the app, the following information may be stored on your device:

  • Work session records, including start time, end time, work mode, and state changes such as working or away
  • Daily to-dos and recurring task rules
  • Statistics, summaries, badges, and related activity history
  • Settings such as schedule templates, target hours, reminders, and display preferences

Third-Party Services

Deskward may rely on third-party services to provide analytics, advertising, and optional synchronization support. These services may process limited information according to their own policies.

  • Firebase Analytics: App usage analytics and product improvement
  • Google Mobile Ads: Ad delivery, measurement, and related identifiers permitted by the platform
  • Apple iCloud / CloudKit: Optional synchronization of supported data across your devices

Storage and Security

Local Data Storage

Deskward uses local device storage as its primary data layer. Your work records, to-dos, statistics, and settings are stored within the app sandbox on your device, which helps the app continue functioning even when you are offline.

  • Primary app data is stored locally on your device
  • The app can continue working without a constant network connection
  • We do not operate our own custom cloud server for your work session content

Retention and Sync

If iCloud synchronization is available and enabled, some app data may also be synchronized through your Apple iCloud account using CloudKit. If iCloud is unavailable, Deskward may continue in a local-only mode.

  • Local app data: Retained until you delete it, clear app data, or uninstall the app
  • iCloud data: Retained until you remove it from the app or associated iCloud storage
  • Analytics and ad-related data: Managed according to the applicable provider policies

Your Rights and Choices

In-App Controls

You remain in control of the work records and related information you create in Deskward. Depending on the feature, you may be able to:

  • View, edit, or delete historical work sessions
  • Export backups of your data
  • Import backups to restore or migrate data
  • Clear local data and, where supported, remove associated iCloud data

Provider Controls

You can also manage related settings through the underlying platforms and services:

  • Advertising: Manage ad-related preferences using the privacy and advertising settings available on your device
  • Analytics: Review available platform controls or future in-app settings if introduced
  • iCloud: Manage iCloud availability through your Apple account and device settings

Additional Notes

Notifications and Live Activities

Deskward may request notification permissions for local reminders and session-related updates. The app may also use Live Activities or Lock Screen display features to show your current work timer back to you on your own device.

International Data Transfers

Third-party services such as Firebase Analytics and Google Mobile Ads may process data on servers located in various countries, including the United States. Any such processing is governed by the respective provider's privacy and data transfer frameworks.

Children and External Links

Deskward is not specifically directed at children. If children use the app, we recommend supervision by a parent or guardian. We may also link to third-party services such as the App Store or provider documentation, and those services have their own privacy practices.

Policy Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the app, its data flows, or applicable legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the last-updated date on this page.

Contact

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or Deskward's data practices, please refer to the App Store listing and the home page for the latest support information.