Last updated: January 2026
Hacklet is a Hacker News reader app that respects your privacy. This policy explains what data we collect and how we use it.
- Hacker News Credentials: If you choose to log in, your HN session cookie is stored securely in your device's Keychain. We do not have access to your password.
- Username: Your HN username is stored locally to display your logged-in status.
- iCloud Sync: Stories you save are stored in your private iCloud container. This data is only accessible by you and is synced across your devices.
- Read Status: We track which saved stories you've read locally and in iCloud.
- We do not collect analytics
- We do not track your usage
- We do not share any data with third parties
- We do not display advertisements
| Data | Storage Location | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| HN Session | Device Keychain | Authentication |
| Saved Stories | iCloud Private Database | Cross-device sync |
| App Preferences | Device Only | User settings |
We fetch content from the official Hacker News Firebase API. Your interaction with Hacker News (voting, commenting) is subject to Y Combinator's Terms of Service.
- iCloud: Used for syncing saved stories (governed by Apple's privacy policy)
- StoreKit: Used for in-app purchases (governed by Apple's privacy policy)
You can:
- Delete your data: Remove the app to delete all local data. iCloud data can be deleted via iOS Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > Manage Storage.
- Opt out of iCloud: Disable iCloud for Hacklet in iOS Settings.
- Log out: Remove your HN session at any time via the app's Settings.
Hacklet does not knowingly collect data from children under 13. The app displays user-generated content from Hacker News which may not be suitable for children.
We may update this policy occasionally. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.
For privacy questions or concerns, please contact us at:
- Email: [[email protected]]
- GitHub: [your-github-repo]
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