Privacy
Your Productivity Data Never Leaves Your Mac
Chronoid is local-first. Every app you use, every website you visit, every document you open — all stored in a local SQLite database on your Mac. No cloud accounts, no cloud sync, and no required activity-data uploads. Optional share analytics can be turned on only if you choose.
1 · Data stays local
All tracked activities are written to a SQLite database in Chronoid's Application Support directory. No internet connection is needed for local tracking and reporting.
2 · Keychain & signed licenses
License keys, API keys, and other secrets are stored in the macOS Keychain. License responses are verified locally with signed responses and nonce replay protection.
3 · Export anytime
Export your activity data, inspect the SQLite database, or keep automatic daily backups with configurable retention. You stay in control of the local archive.
Key Benefits
No Cloud Uploads
Your activity data is not uploaded to Chronoid servers. No cloud sync and no uploads of the apps, websites, documents, or projects you track. Optional share analytics are controlled from settings.
SQLite Database
Your data lives in a standard SQLite file you can inspect, query, or back up with any SQLite tool. No proprietary formats, no lock-in.
Automatic Backups
Chronoid creates periodic local backups automatically. Restore from any backup point if needed. Works with Time Machine too.
Full Data Export
Export your complete time tracking history as CSV or PDF. Your data is always portable and never locked behind a subscription.
macOS Native Security
Chronoid requests macOS Accessibility permission when needed and labels incognito/private windows as "Private Browsing" instead of tracking their titles.
Keychain Secrets
License keys, API keys, and other secrets live in the macOS Keychain instead of Chronoid's activity database or plain-text settings files.
Chronoid vs. Cloud Time Trackers
Chronoid (Local-First)
- ✓Data stored only on your Mac
- ✓Works offline for local tracking and reporting
- ✓No account or sign-up needed
- ✓Private browsing windows labeled instead of tracked
- ✓Keychain secrets and locally verified licenses
Cloud Time Trackers
- ✗Data uploaded to company servers
- ✗Requires internet connection
- ✗Account with email required
- ✗Monthly/yearly subscription fees
- ✗Data locked behind proprietary APIs
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Chronoid send any data to the internet?
Chronoid does not upload your tracked apps, websites, documents, projects, or productivity metrics to a cloud service. It may connect for license/update workflows, and optional share analytics can be enabled from settings.
Where exactly is my data stored?
Your data is stored in a SQLite database in ~/Library/Application Support/[bundle id]/db.sqlite on your Mac. You can access the database file directly, back it up manually, or query it with any SQLite-compatible tool.
How does Chronoid handle private browsing?
Incognito and private browser windows are labeled as "Private Browsing" rather than tracked with their actual titles. This protection is toggleable if you want different behavior.
Where are license keys and API keys stored?
Secrets such as license keys and API keys are stored in the macOS Keychain. License responses are verified locally with Ed25519 signatures and nonce replay protection.
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Track your time with complete privacy
Try Chronoid free for 7 days. No credit card, no account, and no cloud sync for your activity data. Your productivity history stays on your Mac.