Privacy Policy — ReMuse Notebook
Overview
ReMuse Notebook is a private note-taking application for iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Your notes are yours. The app is designed to keep your data under your control at all times — stored locally on your device and, if you choose, synced to a Nextcloud server that you own or control.
We do not collect, transmit, sell, or share your personal data with any third party. We do not have servers of our own. We do not use analytics, advertising networks, or crash reporting services.
What Data the App Stores
On Your Device
| Data | Where Stored | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Note content (text, checklists, code blocks, tables) | SwiftData local database | Your notes |
| Notebook titles and organization | SwiftData local database | Your organization |
| Tags | SwiftData local database | Your organization |
| Image attachments | SwiftData local database | Attached to your notes |
| Nextcloud server URL | UserDefaults (on-device) | Sync connection |
| Nextcloud username | UserDefaults (on-device) | Sync authentication |
| Nextcloud app password | System Keychain (on-device, encrypted) | Sync authentication |
| Biometric lock preference | UserDefaults (on-device) | App security |
| Sort and display preferences | UserDefaults (on-device) | Your preferences |
All of the above is stored only on your device. Nothing is sent to any server operated by us.
On Your Nextcloud Server (Optional)
If you connect to Nextcloud, your notes are synced to your Nextcloud server as Markdown (.md) files in a ReMuse Notebook/ folder. This sync is entirely between your device and your own server. We have no access to your Nextcloud instance and no ability to read, modify, or delete files stored there.
What Data We Do Not Collect
- We do not collect your name, email address, or any contact information.
- We do not collect analytics, usage statistics, or crash reports.
- We do not collect device identifiers or advertising identifiers.
- We do not use third-party analytics SDKs, advertising networks, or tracking frameworks.
- We do not access your contacts, calendar, camera, microphone, or location.
- We do not track you across other apps or websites.
Photo Library Access
If you add images to a note, the app requests access to your photo library solely to let you select photos to attach to notes. Selected images are stored locally in the app’s database. We do not upload your photos anywhere other than your own Nextcloud server (as part of note sync, if configured).
Biometric Authentication
If you enable Face ID or Touch ID lock, the app uses Apple’s Local Authentication framework to verify your identity before showing note content. Biometric data is processed entirely by Apple’s secure enclave on your device. ReMuse Notebook never sees, stores, or transmits your biometric data.
Network Access
The app accesses the network only to communicate with the Nextcloud server address you enter. It does not make any other network requests. The Nextcloud connection uses standard HTTPS (WebDAV protocol). No data passes through any server operated by us.
Children’s Privacy
ReMuse Notebook does not knowingly collect any data from children under 13. The app contains no features designed for children and no mechanisms to identify a user’s age.
Data Deletion
Your data is entirely in your control:
- Delete a note or notebook — use the Trash feature in the app, then empty the trash.
- Delete all app data — delete the app from your device. This removes all local SwiftData storage.
- Delete synced data — remove the
ReMuse Notebook/folder from your Nextcloud server via the Nextcloud web interface.
Changes to This Policy
If we change this privacy policy in a material way, we will update the “Last Updated” date above and note the change in the app’s release notes. Continued use of the app after a policy change constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy or how the app handles data, please contact:
Support: support@recalcitrantmuse.com
Developer: J.C. Wilson
ReMuse Notebook does not share your data with anyone. Your notes are private.