Your data. Your rules.
Crystal-clear privacy with open-source transparency and explicit data boundaries.
How we handle your data
1. Applicability & Consent
This Privacy Policy applies to our online services and is valid for visitors and users of our website and web editor with regards to information that they share with and/or collect in Kimu. This policy does not apply to information collected offline or via channels other than this website and app.
By using our website or editor, you hereby consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms. If you have additional questions or require more information, contact us.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We collect the minimum required, and it will be clear at the point of collection:
- Email address (for account access)
- Profile info from Google OAuth
- Preferences and settings stored in Supabase
2.2 Video Content
Projects can be local or cloud:
- Local projects keep media on your device (IndexedDB / disk).
- Cloud projects store media securely on our Hetzner VPS for collaboration and access.
- Project metadata (names, timelines, settings) is stored in Supabase.
2.3 Additional Details You May Provide
If you contact us directly, we may receive your name, email, phone number, and message contents. During account registration or billing, we may request optional details like company name or address.
3. How We Process Your Data
3.1 Local Processing
Editing and preview are real-time in your browser. For local projects, media never leaves your device.
3.2 Account Management
We use your email address solely for account authentication, password recovery, and important service notifications.
3.3 Cloud Collaboration
Cloud projects are required for multiplayer. Assets are stored securely and only accessible to members granted access.
3.4 How We Use Information
- Provide, operate, and maintain the service
- Improve and expand features
- Understand and analyze aggregated usage
- Develop new functionality
- Send account-related emails
- Prevent fraud and abuse
4. Data Storage and Security
4.1 Local Storage
Project files, video assets, and editing history are stored locally in your browser's IndexedDB. This data remains under your control.
4.2 Security Measures
- All server communications use HTTPS
- Account data stored with industry best practices
- Regular security audits and updates
4.3 Enforcement & Safety
Uploads are private and secure. Assets violating Terms of Service may be removed and accounts suspended.
5. Third-Party Services
Secure hosting for services and media storage.
Sign-in only. We receive your email and profile if you consent.
Stores account preferences and project metadata.
Cookie-less, privacy-friendly usage analytics.
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have complete control over your data. You can:
- Delete your account: remove your account and all associated data anytime.
- Export your data: download your projects in a portable format.
- Clear local storage: remove all locally saved projects.
- Talk to a human: contact us anytime with privacy concerns.
7. Open-Source Transparency
Kimu is open-source. Inspect how data flows, audit changes, or contribute. We practice transparent engineering:
- Public repo, issues, and pull requests
- Changelogs and release notes
- Incident reports for privacy/security events
8. Contact
Have questions or requests? Create a ticket in our Discord or email us.
9. Privacy Policy Changes
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will publish an updated version and effective date at the top of this page, unless another type of notice is legally required. Your continued use of Kimu after any change in this Privacy Policy will constitute your acceptance of such change.