Introduction

Waikuu (« we », « us », « our ») develops Smart Rename, a batch file renaming application for macOS. This
Privacy Policy explains how we handle your information.

Smart Rename does
not collect, store, or transmit:

• Your files or their contents
• Your file names (before or after renaming)
• Your photos or their metadata
• Your location
• Your personal information
• Your usage history
• Your credentials or passwords

Local Processing

All operations are performed locally
on your Mac.

• Your files never leave your computer
• EXIF metadata is read locally from your files
• Templates are stored locally on your Mac
• No external servers process your data

Local Storage

Smart Rename stores data locally on
your Mac:

• Preferences – stored in App sandbox for your settings
• Templates – stored in ~/Library/Application Support/SmartRename/ for saved
  configurations
• Undo history – stored in memory (session only) for file name restoration
• License status – stored in App sandbox for Pro/Free status

This data stays on your Mac and is never
synced or uploaded.

Anonymous Analytics

To improve the app, we may collect
anonymous, aggregated statistics through Apple’s App Analytics:

• App version – for compatibility
• macOS version – for compatibility
• Crash reports – for bug fixes
• App launches – for usage trends

This data cannot identify you personally
and is handled by Apple according to their privacy policy.

Reverse Geocoding

The Smart Variables feature can
convert GPS coordinates to city/country names.

• This uses Apple’s native geocoding services
• Only GPS coordinates are sent (not your photos)
• This feature is entirely optional
• See Apple’s Privacy Policy for details

In-App Purchases

Smart Rename Pro purchases are
processed by Apple.

• We never receive your payment information
• Apple handles all transactions securely
• See Apple’s Privacy Policy for details

macOS Sandbox

Smart Rename securely uses Apple’s
macOS sandbox environment:

• The app can only access files you explicitly select or drop into it
• No access to other apps or system data
• Full macOS security protections apply

Your Rights (GDPR,
CCPA)

Under GDPR, CCPA, and similar privacy
regulations:

• Access: We don’t store personal data for you to access
• Deletion: Uninstall the app and delete
  ~/Library/Application Support/SmartRename/
• Portability: Your templates are your own local JSON files you can freely copy

Children’s Privacy

Smart Rename does not knowingly collect data
from children under 13. The app processes files locally without data collection.

Changes to This
Policy

We may update this policy occasionally.
Significant changes will be communicated transparently through app updates.