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Cat Fidget

Privacy Policy

Last updated: June 12, 2026

The short version: Cat Fidget does not collect any data about you. It has no account system, no analytics, no advertising, no tracking, and the app has no network access at all. Everything stays on your Mac. There is nothing more to it.

1. Who we are

Cat Fidget is developed by HighRoad Software, a trading name of COBI Management SRL (VAT BE0676613701), registered at Rue Haut Chemin 8, 1370 Jodoigne, Belgium. This policy applies to the Cat Fidget macOS application distributed on the Mac App Store. For any privacy question, contact us at privacy@highroadsoftware.com.

2. Data we collect

None. Cat Fidget does not send any data to HighRoad Software, to Apple, or to any third party. Specifically:

3. Data Cat Fidget stores on your Mac

The following information is stored locally on your Mac using Apple's UserDefaults framework and never transmitted anywhere:

DataPurpose
Your cat's nameDisplay in the app
Cat stats (hunger, happiness, energy)The tamagotchi care loop
Level and XPProgress and milestones
Total interactionsApp stats counter
Display mode preferenceHanging or bouncing mode
Sound preferenceMute toggle
Last saved window positionRestoring the cat where you left it

To remove this data: open Cat Fidget โ†’ Settings โ†’ Start Over, or simply delete the app from your Mac.

4. Network access

Cat Fidget runs in Apple's macOS sandbox with no network entitlement. The app is technically incapable of making outbound network connections. This can be independently verified using macOS tools such as Little Snitch or Console.app.

5. Permissions Cat Fidget requests

The only permission Cat Fidget may request is the standard macOS notification permission. This is optional: you can decline it and the app continues to work normally โ€” you simply won't see notifications when your cat needs attention.

Cat Fidget does not request standing access to: camera, microphone, your Photos library, contacts, calendar, location, accessibility, screen recording, or any other sensitive resource. (The optional Custom Photo Pet uses a one-time file picker you choose โ€” the selected image is processed on-device and never leaves your Mac.)

6. In-app purchases & payments

Cat Fidget is planned as a free download on the Mac App Store. It offers optional cosmetic in-app purchases โ€” extra cat breeds, wardrobe accessories, themed outfit bundles, and a one-time Cat Lover Pass โ€” all as non-consumable, one-time purchases. There are no subscriptions and no advertising. All payments are handled entirely by Apple under Apple's Privacy Policy. We never see your payment details, and purchasing a cosmetic collects no personal data on our end.

7. Cookies and trackers (website)

This website โ€” highroadsoftware.com โ€” does not use advertising cookies, analytics cookies, or any third-party trackers. See our cookies notice for details.

8. Children's privacy

Cat Fidget is designed for a 4+ App Store rating. The app does not collect any personal information from anyone, including children. There are no accounts, no chat features, no user-generated content, and no advertising. Every in-app purchase is an optional, decorative cosmetic, protected behind the standard App Store purchase prompt โ€” parents can use Apple's Screen Time and Ask to Buy settings to control or block them entirely. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children or anyone else.

9. Your rights under GDPR / CCPA

Because Cat Fidget collects no personal data, there is no data subject record to access, correct, delete, or export. You retain all rights under the EU GDPR (Articles 15โ€“22) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). If you believe we hold data about you, contact privacy@highroadsoftware.com and we'll confirm in writing that no such data exists.

10. Third-party services summary

ServicePurposeData shared
Apple App Store App distribution and payment Handled by Apple โ€” we don't receive personal data
Apple Notifications (local) On-device stat reminders None โ€” local only, no payloads

No advertising networks. No data brokers. No social media SDKs. No analytics. None.

11. Changes to this policy

If we make material changes, the date at the top of this page will be updated. Continuing to use Cat Fidget after changes means you accept the revised policy. We do not have any way to email you about changes โ€” there is no mailing list โ€” so please check this page periodically if you care.

12. Contact

Privacy questions: privacy@highroadsoftware.com
General support: support@highroadsoftware.com
Postal address: COBI Management SRL, Rue Haut Chemin 8, 1370 Jodoigne, Belgium.

We respond to privacy inquiries within 5 business days.