Privacy Policy
Last Updated: December 27, 2024
Overview
Silent Slide is a presentation remote control app for Apple devices. We are committed to protecting your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect (spoiler: almost none) and how we use it.
Data We Do NOT Collect
- ✕Personal information (name, email, phone)
- ✕Location data
- ✕Usage analytics
- ✕Health or fitness data
- ✕Advertising identifiers
- ✕Any data that leaves your devices
100% Local
Silent Slide operates entirely on your local network. All communication happens directly between your Apple Watch, iPhone, and Mac over your private WiFi or Bluetooth connection.
Permissions We Request
Accessibility (macOS)
Why: Required to send keyboard commands (arrow keys) to control presentations
✓ Send keystrokes to advance/reverse slides
✕ Read any content, log keystrokes, or access other apps
Local Network (iOS/macOS)
Why: Required to discover and connect to your Mac on the same network
✓ Establish a direct connection between your iPhone and Mac
✕ Connect to the internet or send data to servers
HealthKit (watchOS)
Why: Required to keep the Watch app active during presentations when your wrist is down
✓ Start a workout session to prevent the app from sleeping
✕ Read, write, or store ANY health or fitness data. The workout session is immediately discarded.
Bluetooth (iOS/macOS)
Why: Fallback connection method when WiFi isn't available
✓ Connect your iPhone to your Mac via Bluetooth
✕ Scan for other devices or transmit data to third parties
Third-Party Services
Silent Slide uses zero third-party services:
- ✓No analytics (Google Analytics, Mixpanel, etc.)
- ✓No crash reporting services
- ✓No advertising networks
- ✓No social media integrations
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy:
Email: contact@silentslide.app
Website: silentslide.app
TL;DR
Silent Slide is a simple presentation remote. It works entirely on your local devices, collects no data, and has no servers. Your presentations stay private.