Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2025

Information We Collect

Marked 3 is designed to respect your privacy. The application processes your Markdown files locally on your device. We do not collect, store, or transmit your document content to our servers or any third parties.

Your documents remain completely private and under your control at all times. Marked operates entirely on your local machine and does not require an internet connection for core functionality.

Analytics and Crash Reports

We may collect anonymous usage statistics and crash reports to help us improve the Software. This information includes:

  • Application version and operating system information
  • Feature usage patterns (which features are used most frequently)
  • Performance metrics and crash logs
  • Error reports to help us fix bugs

This data is completely anonymous and does not include any personal information, document content, file names, or other identifying information.

Newsletter and Communications

If you choose to subscribe to our newsletter, we collect:

  • Your email address (required)
  • Your name (optional)
  • Subscription preferences

We use this information solely to send you updates about Marked, including new features, releases, and relevant news. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in our emails or by contacting us directly.

Third-Party Services

When you purchase Marked through different platforms, their respective privacy policies apply:

  • Mac App Store: Apple's privacy policy governs transactions and account management
  • Setapp: Setapp's privacy policy applies to subscription management
  • Direct Purchase: Our payment processor's privacy policy applies to transaction data

Data Storage and Security

All your documents and settings are stored locally on your device. We do not maintain servers that store your personal documents or data.

For newsletter subscribers, we use industry-standard security measures to protect your email address and subscription information.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal information we have about you
  • Correct any inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Unsubscribe from communications at any time
  • Opt out of analytics collection (where technically feasible)

Children's Privacy

Marked is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: me+marked@brettterpstra.com
Support: support.markedapp.com