Local by default
Documents and metadata stay on-device unless you turn on Pro cloud sync.
Your documents stay under your control
Papertuck is local-first. Cloud sync is optional and explicitly enabled by you - never by default. Last updated: June 2026.
Transparent sync model
When enabled, files and metadata are stored in encrypted cloud storage over authenticated routes.
No hidden data use
We don't sell your data, run ad trackers, or log document text into analytics.
Export and delete
Export your documents and metadata, and delete your account and cloud data at any time.
1. Who we are
Papertuck provides a local-first document-management app for iOS and Android. This policy explains what data we process and why. Contact: support@papertuck.com.
2. Data you store on your device
By default, your documents (scans, imported photos and PDFs), their metadata (titles, categories, tags, merchant, amount, dates, notes) and on-device OCR text are stored only on your device. We cannot see this data unless you enable cloud sync.
3. Account data
If you create an account, we store your email address and authentication records. Signing in with Apple or Google shares only the identifiers those providers return. An account is required to subscribe to Pro and to use cloud sync and household sharing.
4. Cloud sync data (Pro)
When you enable Pro cloud sync, your documents and metadata are uploaded to encrypted Cloudflare storage and isolated per user. This is strictly opt-in: free accounts do not sync. Household sharing makes documents you add to a shared vault visible to members you invite.
5. Third-party processors
We share data only with processors needed to run the service: Cloudflare, RevenueCat, Resend, and Apple / Google (mobile platforms). We do not use advertising or analytics SDKs and do not track you across apps.
6. How we use data
We use your data solely to provide the app: authenticating you, syncing and serving your documents, managing your subscription, sending reminders and account emails, and securing the service. We do not sell personal data or use your document content for advertising.
7. Retention
On-device data persists until you delete it or uninstall the app. Cloud data persists while your account is active. When you delete your account, we remove your database records and purge your files from R2. Backups may persist for a short period before being overwritten.
8. Your rights
You can export your documents and metadata from within the app, and delete your account (which erases your cloud data) at any time from Settings. Depending on where you live, you may have additional rights to access, correct, or erase your data - contact us and we'll help.
9. Security
Cloud data is transmitted over authenticated, encrypted connections and stored with per-user isolation. The app supports biometric (Face ID / Touch ID) lock. No system is perfectly secure, so we encourage keeping independent backups of critical documents.
10. Children
Papertuck is not directed to children under 13 (or the minimum age in your jurisdiction), and we do not knowingly collect their data.
11. Changes & contact
We may update this policy and will note the new date below. Questions or requests? Email support@papertuck.com. Last updated: June 2026.
Questions about your data?
Your papers are yours. Email support@papertuck.com and we'll walk you through exactly how Papertuck handles your information.