PatchDoc Privacy Policy
PatchDoc is a local-first document utility for opening, editing, previewing, extracting, and managing files on iOS.
Last updated: April 24, 2026
Information Processed
- Documents and file contents are primarily read, edited, previewed, and saved locally on your device.
- Recent file records may store file names, types, sizes, modification dates, last-opened dates, and system-provided access credentials on device.
- Files imported into My Space, app working copies, and extracted archive contents are stored in the app sandbox until you delete them.
- Trial and membership status are handled with local app state and Apple StoreKit purchase records.
- If you email support, the information you choose to send is used only for support and troubleshooting.
How Information Is Used
- To open, edit, preview, save, export, and manage your local files.
- To show recent files and help reopen files you previously authorized.
- To manage My Space folders, imports, created files, and extracted archive contents.
- To provide trial access, lifetime membership, purchase, and restore-purchase features.
- To respond to support requests you initiate.
What PatchDoc Does Not Do
- PatchDoc does not intentionally upload your document contents to a developer server for storage, analytics, or training.
- PatchDoc does not sell your personal information or document contents.
- PatchDoc does not directly collect payment card numbers or payment passwords. Purchases are handled by Apple.
Apple Services
PatchDoc uses Apple system capabilities such as Files, document pickers, Quick Look, StoreKit, App Store review prompts, and mail links. These services are governed by Apple or the relevant service provider's policies.
Contact
Questions about this policy can be sent to 1768707343@qq.com.
Support page: PatchDoc Support