Privacy Policy for ColorBook

 

**Last Updated: November 6, 2025**

 

Introduction

 

ColorBook ("we," "our," or "the app") is a commercial macOS application developed and sold by Agency Instruments. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how ColorBook handles information when you use our application for creating and managing color palettes.

 

Information We Collect

 

Data Stored Locally

 

ColorBook stores the following data **locally on your Mac only**:

 

- **Color Palettes**: Names and RGB values of colors you add to your palettes

- **Palette Metadata**: Palette names, creation dates, and organization

- **Recent Colors**: A list of your recently picked colors (maximum 10)

- **App Preferences**: Your target palette selection and app settings

 

All data is stored in your Mac's Application Support directory at:

`~/Library/Application Support/ColorBook/`

 

Data We DO NOT Collect

 

ColorBook does **NOT** collect, transmit, or store:

 

- Personal information (name, email, contact details)

- Usage analytics or tracking data

- Device identifiers

- Location data

- Crash reports or diagnostic data

- Any data on external servers

 

How We Use Your Information

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The data stored by ColorBook is used solely for:

 

- Displaying your color palettes within the app

- Maintaining your recent color history

- Importing and exporting palettes to macOS system colors

- Exporting palettes to Adobe Swatch Exchange (.ase) format

- Providing core app functionality

 

Data Storage and Security

 

- **Local Only**: All data remains on your Mac

- **No Cloud Sync**: ColorBook does not sync data to any cloud service

- **No Network Access**: ColorBook does not require or use internet connectivity

- **User Control**: You have complete control over your data and can delete it at any time

 

File System Access

 

ColorBook accesses the following directories on your Mac:

 

- `~/Library/Application Support/ColorBook/` - For storing palette data

- `~/Library/Colors/` - For importing/exporting system color palettes (optional)

- User-selected folders - Only when you explicitly choose to import or export files

 

Third-Party Services

 

ColorBook does **NOT** use any third-party services, including:

 

- Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics)

- Crash reporting tools

- Advertising networks

- Social media integrations

- Cloud storage services

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Adobe Integration

 

ColorBook can export color palettes in Adobe Swatch Exchange (.ase) format for use in Adobe applications like Photoshop. This export:

 

- Is performed entirely offline

- Creates a file on your local file system

- Does not communicate with Adobe or any external service

- Requires your explicit action (selecting "Export for Adobe")

 

Children's Privacy

 

ColorBook does not collect any personal information from anyone, including children under 13. The app stores only color palette data locally on your device.

 

Data Retention and Deletion

 

- **Retention**: ColorBook stores palette data locally until you delete it

- **Deletion**: You can delete palettes at any time within the app

- **Complete Removal**: Uninstalling ColorBook removes all app data from your Mac

 

To manually delete all ColorBook data:

```

rm -rf ~/Library/Application\ Support/ColorBook/

```

 

Changes to This Privacy Policy

 

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

 

- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy

- Posting the revised policy on our website

- Including a notice in software updates (when applicable)

 

Your continued use of ColorBook after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

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Software Updates

 

ColorBook may periodically check for software updates. This check:

 

- Does not transmit any personal information

- Only verifies the current version number

- Can be disabled in app preferences (if applicable)

 

[Note: If your app doesn't check for updates, remove this section]

 

Your Rights

 

Since all data is stored locally on your Mac, you have complete control over your information:

 

- **Access**: View all your palettes within the app

- **Modify**: Edit or rename palettes and colors at any time

- **Delete**: Remove palettes or colors whenever you wish

- **Export**: Export your palettes to standard formats (.clr, .ase, PNG)

- **Import**: Import palettes from system colors or Adobe formats

 

Contact Information

 

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or ColorBook's privacy practices, please contact us at:

 

**Developer/Company**: Agency Instruments  

**App Name**: ColorBook  

**Email**: ebigelow@agencyinstruments.com  

**Website**: www.agencyinstruments.com  

**Platform**: macOS  

 

For support inquiries, visit our website or email us at the address above.

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Technical Information

 

ColorBook is built using:

 

- **Platform**: macOS (native SwiftUI application)

- **Storage**: Local file system only (JSON format)

- **Network Usage**: None

- **Permissions Required**: 

  - File system access (for saving/loading palettes)

  - Screen recording (for color picker eyedropper tool - temporary, not stored)

 

Commercial Software

 

ColorBook is commercial software sold through the Mac App Store. Your purchase and use of ColorBook is subject to:

 

- The End User License Agreement (EULA) provided with the software

- Apple's terms and conditions (if purchased through the Mac App Store)

- This Privacy Policy

 

Payment processing is handled by Apple, and is subject to their privacy policies. We do not store or have access to your payment information.

 

Compliance

 

California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

 

ColorBook does not collect, sell, or share personal information as defined under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

 

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

 

ColorBook does not process personal data as defined under GDPR. All data is stored locally on your device under your direct control.

 

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

 

ColorBook does not collect personal information from users of any age, including children under 13.

 

Consent

 

By purchasing and using ColorBook, you consent to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use the app and contact us for a refund according to our refund policy or the terms of your purchase platform.

 

Intellectual Property

 

ColorBook, including its design, features, and functionality, is proprietary software owned by Agency Instruments. This Privacy Policy does not grant you any rights to our intellectual property.

 

**Summary**: ColorBook is a privacy-focused application that stores all data locally on your Mac. We do not collect, transmit, or share any personal information or usage data. You have complete control over your color palettes and can delete them at any time.

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Contact

 

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact:

Agency Instruments Email: fbigelow@gmail.com

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© 2025 Agency Instruments. All rights reserved.

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