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WinClip Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

Summary

WinClip processes all data locally on your device. It does not collect analytics, telemetry, or personal information. The only network connections are optional update checks and Pro license validation.

Data Collection

WinClip does not collect any data. Specifically:

  • No analytics or telemetry of any kind
  • No clipboard contents are transmitted off your device
  • No personal information is gathered, stored, or shared
  • No cookies or tracking mechanisms are used
  • No usage data is logged or reported

Clipboard Data

WinClip monitors clipboard activity locally to provide its core functionality (copy/paste gestures and text actions). All clipboard data is processed entirely on your device and is never sent anywhere. Clipboard history (Pro feature) is stored only in local memory and is cleared when the application closes.

Settings

User preferences (theme, sound, excluded processes, license information) are stored locally in a JSON file at %APPDATA%\WinClip\settings.json. This file never leaves your device.

Network Connections

WinClip makes network connections only in the following cases:

  • Update checks: Optionally queries the GitHub Releases API to check for new versions. This is a read-only request that transmits no personal data.
  • Pro license validation: If you have a Pro license, WinClip validates your license key with the Gumroad API (api.gumroad.com). This sends only your license key and a locally-generated device ID. No other personal data is transmitted. If the network is unavailable, a 30-day offline grace period applies.
  • Web Search action: If you use the Translate, Web Search, or Dictionary Lookup actions, your selected text is sent to the configured search engine in your default browser. This is initiated by you and visible in your browser.

No other network connections are made.

Blip Integration

WinClip includes an optional integration with Blip for sending clipboard content to other devices. This integration communicates directly with a locally-installed Blip application. No data is sent to WinClip servers. Blip's own privacy practices apply to data sent through Blip.

Extensions & Plugins

WinClip supports third-party extensions via its plugin SDK. Extensions run locally and are loaded from your filesystem. WinClip does not control or monitor what third-party extensions do. Review each extension's privacy practices before installing.

Third-Party Services

WinClip does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or data collection services.

Children's Privacy

WinClip does not collect any data from anyone, including children under the age of 13.

Changes to This Policy

If this policy changes, the updated version will be posted at this URL. Changes will be noted in the application changelog.

Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, you can reach out via GitHub Issues.