Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 9, 2026

Overview

Beadbox is a desktop application that runs entirely on your computer. Your issue tracking data never leaves your machine. We built Beadbox with a local-first architecture because we believe your project data belongs to you.

Data that stays on your device

All beads databases, workspace configurations, and issue data are stored locally on your computer. Beadbox reads from and writes to your local beads database files. None of this data is transmitted to our servers or any third party.

Data we collect

Anonymous usage analytics

We use PostHog to collect anonymous, aggregated usage analytics on our marketing website (beadbox.app). This helps us understand which pages are visited and how users discover Beadbox. These analytics do not collect personally identifiable information and are limited to the website, not the desktop application.

Crash reports

If the desktop application crashes, a crash report may be generated locally. These reports are not automatically sent to us. You may choose to share them when filing a bug report on GitHub.

License validation

Beadbox may contact our servers to validate your trial or license status. This check transmits only a machine identifier and license key. No project data, file contents, or issue details are included.

Third-party services

Cookies

Our website uses essential cookies for theme preference and analytics. No advertising or tracking cookies are used.

Children's privacy

Beadbox is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact

Questions about this policy? Open an issue on GitHub.