Privacy Policy

Overview

DinoDB is a macOS application developed by Mykola Yakovliev that helps users manage AWS DynamoDB tables. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information when you use DinoDB.

Information We Collect

Information We Do NOT Collect

• Your AWS Data: DinoDB connects directly to your AWS services. We do not access, store, transmit, or have any visibility into your AWS data, DynamoDB tables, or database contents.
• AWS Credentials: Your AWS credentials are stored securely on your local device using macOS Keychain Services. We never transmit or have access to your AWS credentials.
• Personal Data: We do not collect personal information such as names, email addresses, or contact information through the application itself.

Information We Do Collect

License Validation Data:

• License key status and validation
• Application version information
• Basic system information (macOS version, hardware type) for compatibility

Usage Analytics (Optional):

• Application launch and usage statistics
• Feature usage patterns (anonymized)
• Crash reports and error logs (no personal data included)
• Performance metrics

Local Application Data:

• Application preferences and settings
• Account configurations (stored locally only)
• Usage logs for debugging purposes

How We Use Information

We use the limited information we collect to:

• Validate software licenses for commercial users
• Improve application performance and reliability
• Provide technical support when requested
• Develop new features based on usage patterns
• Ensure software security and prevent misuse

Data Storage and Security

Local Storage

• All your AWS configurations and application data are stored locally on your device
• AWS credentials are stored in macOS Keychain with system-level encryption
• Application preferences are stored in standard macOS user defaults

Remote Storage

• License validation data is transmitted securely over HTTPS
• No personal data or AWS information is stored on our servers
• Usage analytics, if enabled, are anonymized and aggregated

Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your information with third parties, except:

• License Validation: Encrypted license validation with our licensing service
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or legal process
• Service Providers: Minimal data sharing with essential service providers (e.g., analytics platforms) under strict confidentiality agreements

Your Rights and Choices

Data Control

• AWS Data: Remains entirely under your control and never leaves your AWS environment
• Local Data: You can delete all local application data by uninstalling DinoDB
• Analytics: You can opt out of usage analytics in application settings

License Data

• Commercial users can request information about their license validation data
• You can request deletion of license-related data upon license termination

Third-Party Services

DinoDB integrates with:

• AWS Services: Direct connection using your credentials (no data shared with us)
• macOS System Services: Keychain, notifications, system preferences
• License Validation Service: Secure license verification only

Data Retention

• Local Data: Retained until you uninstall the application
• License Data: Retained for the duration of your license plus reasonable period for support
• Analytics Data: Aggregated data may be retained indefinitely for product improvement

International Users

DinoDB is designed for global use. By using the application:

• You consent to processing of license validation data in the United States
• All AWS data processing occurs within your chosen AWS regions
• We comply with applicable data protection laws including GDPR where applicable

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of material changes through:

• Application updates with policy notifications
• Website announcements
• Direct communication for commercial license holders

Compliance

This Privacy Policy is designed to comply with:

• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
• Other applicable privacy laws and regulations