Data Usage & Permissions

Required Permissions

Why We Need These Permissions

TabTabTab requires specific permissions to provide its core functionality. Here's why we need each one:

Screen Recording Permission

  • Used to take screenshots in two specific moments:
    • During "magic copy" when no text is selected
    • During paste operations to understand context
  • Screenshots are processed by our AI services
  • Screenshots from copy operations are temporarily held in memory during your session
  • All screenshots are cleared when the server restarts
  • We never record videos or audio

Accessibility Permission

  • Required for keyboard shortcut detection
  • Used to identify which application you're using and understand its context
  • Used to simulate keyboard input for creating natural typing effects during paste operations

How We Handle Your Data

What We Do

  • Take screenshots only when necessary for functionality
  • Process data using secure AI services
  • Use industry-standard encryption
  • Collect analytics to improve the product
  • Provide transparency about data usage
  • Clear session data on server restart
  • Use trusted AI providers (Claude/Google)

What We Don't Do

  • Record videos or audio
  • Permanently store screenshots
  • Sell your data to third parties
  • Track your browsing history
  • Access your files without permission
  • Share your personal information
  • Keep data longer than necessary

AI Processing

How We Process Your Data

  • Data processing is performed by our AI partners:
    • Anthropic Claude (default service)
    • Google AI (optional alternative)
  • We process:
    • Selected text when available
    • Screenshots for magic copy without selection
    • Screenshots during paste for context
  • All data transmission is encrypted
  • You can choose which AI service to use
  • Screenshots from copy operations are kept in memory during your session
  • All session data is cleared when the server restarts

Data Storage & Security

  • All sensitive data is encrypted in transit and at rest
  • We use industry-standard security protocols
  • Regular security audits are performed
  • Access to user data is strictly controlled
  • AI processing is done through secure API endpoints

Analytics & Tracking

We use PostHog analytics to improve our product. This includes:

  • Feature usage statistics
  • Error reporting
  • Performance metrics
  • User interaction patterns

You can opt-out of analytics at any time through your account settings.

Your Control Over Your Data

  • Request deletion of your data
  • Control permission access
  • Manage email preferences

Questions About Data Usage?

We're committed to transparency. If you have any questions about how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@tabtabtab.ai

Last updated: 4/2/2025