# Flunkey Privacy Policy

**Last Updated**: June 21, 2026

**Contact**: flunkeymanager@gmail.com

## 1. Introduction

Flunkey ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information Flunkey collects, how it is used, how it is stored, and the choices you have about your data.

Flunkey is a Windows desktop application that uses voice input and Groq AI services to provide transcription and chat features.

## 2. Information We Collect

### 2.1 Information You Provide

- **Groq API Key**: Required to use transcription and AI chat features. The key is provided by you and stored locally on your device.
- **User Information**: Your name and selected use cases.
- **Settings and Preferences**: Model selection, hotkeys, overlay options, and recording settings.
- **Voice Input**: Audio recordings captured only when you hold the configured hotkey.
- **Transcriptions**: Text created from your audio recordings.
- **Chat History**: Your questions and the AI responses returned by Groq.

### 2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Flunkey collects only minimal technical data needed to operate the App, such as:

- Hotkey activation events (F8, F9)
- Microphone permission status
- Local state and configuration data

### 2.3 Information We Do Not Collect

We do not collect or transmit to our servers:

- Browser history
- Personal emails or messages from other applications
- Screenshots or screen recordings
- Analytics for external reporting (by default)
- Crash reports or telemetry (by default)
- IP address or location data
- Sensitive device identifiers

### 2.4 Bring Your Own Key (BYOK)

Flunkey is BYOK (Bring Your Own Key). You must obtain your own Groq API key and enter it in the app to enable transcription and chat features. The key is stored locally and used by the app to make requests directly to Groq's servers from your device.

You are fully responsible for any charges or usage tied to your Groq account. Flunkey does not collect your API key on any Flunkey server.

## 3. How We Use Information

The data collected is used to:

- Provide voice transcription and AI chat functionality.
- Store user settings and preferences locally.
- Preserve transcripts and chat history for your review.
- Maintain the App experience and respect your hotkey configuration.

We do not use your data for marketing, profiling, or advertising.

### 3.1 Data Flow

When you use the App's AI features, data flows as follows:

1. Your device records audio when you hold a hotkey.
2. The app sends the audio to Groq using your Groq API key.
3. Groq returns a transcription or AI response.
4. The app stores the transcription and chat history locally on your device.

Data transmitted to Groq is processed according to Groq's privacy policy and terms.

## 4. Local Storage and Security

### 4.1 Where Data is Stored

Your data is stored in the local application storage area (typically your Windows AppData folder).

### 4.2 What is Stored Locally

- Groq API key (stored locally)
- App settings and preferences
- Transcription history
- AI chat history
- System prompt and use-case selections

### 4.3 Data Security

We take reasonable steps to protect local data, but you should be aware:

- The Groq API key is stored locally and is not encrypted by Flunkey by default.
- Local files are accessible to anyone with access to your Windows user account.
- Local data may be included in system backups.

### 4.4 Security Recommendations

To reduce risk, we recommend:

- Protect your Windows account with a strong password and device encryption.
- Use the OS keychain or a password manager to store your API key where possible.
- Regularly rotate your Groq API key and revoke compromised keys.
- Do not enter your API key on shared or untrusted machines.

## 5. Third-Party Services

### 5.1 Groq API

Flunkey uses Groq API services for:

- Speech-to-text transcription
- AI chat completion

When you use these features, your audio and text are sent to Groq and processed by their servers. Please review Groq's privacy policy:

- https://www.groq.com/privacy

We do not share your data with any other third parties for marketing or analytics purposes.

## 6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

We may disclose information if required by law, such as:

- Legal process or government request
- Investigation of fraud or misuse
- Protection of rights, property, or safety

## 7. Data Retention and Deletion

### 7.1 Retention

We retain your data locally for as long as you keep using the App and until you delete it.

### 7.2 Deletion

You may delete your data by using the App's "Wipe all data" feature in Settings. This removes local storage data including:

- API key
- Preferences
- Transcriptions
- Chat history

**Note:** Data already transmitted to Groq cannot be deleted by Flunkey; to request deletion of data held by Groq, contact Groq directly.

## 8. Security

Flunkey takes reasonable steps to protect your local data, but no software can guarantee complete security.

### 8.1 Security Measures

- Local storage in the Windows AppData folder
- Microphone access only when hotkeys are active
- No external analytics or telemetry by default

### 8.2 Security Limitations

- Stored API key is not encrypted by Flunkey by default.
- Local files may still be accessible through your Windows account.
- You should protect your computer with a secure login and keep backups safe.

## 9. Your Rights

### 9.1 Access and Control

You can view your stored data through the Flunkey app and update preferences in Settings.

### 9.2 Delete Your Data

Use "Wipe all data" in Settings to remove stored data from the app.

### 9.3 Data Portability & Requests

If you need a copy of your local data or have privacy requests, contact us at flunkeymanager@gmail.com. We will advise how to export or remove data stored locally.

## 10. Children

Flunkey is not intended for use by children under 13. If you are under 13, do not use the App without adult supervision.

## 11. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.

## 12. Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

flunkeymanager@gmail.com