Privacy Policy

HogLens - PostHog Analytics Companion

Last Updated: December 12, 2025

Effective Date: December 12, 2025

Introduction

I am Patrick Diezi, an independent software developer operating under the name KREANIQS, based in Switzerland. I developed HogLens to provide a native PostHog analytics experience for Apple devices while respecting your privacy.

This Privacy Policy explains how I handle information when you use the HogLens application ("App") and the HogLens website at www.hoglens.app ("Website"). I believe in transparency and want you to understand exactly what data is collected, how it is used, and the choices you have.

The key takeaway: HogLens does not collect, track, or transmit your personal data to my servers. Your analytics data stays between you and PostHog.

Contact Information:

Patrick Diezi / KREANIQS
Lehmbergstrasse 8
8514 Amlikon-Bissegg
Switzerland

Email: privacy@hoglens.app
Website: www.hoglens.app

1. Information I Do NOT Collect

Let me be clear about what HogLens does NOT do:

  • No Analytics or Tracking: HogLens does not include any analytics SDKs or tracking mechanisms. I do not monitor how you use the App.
  • No Personal Data Collection: I do not collect your name, email, location, or any other personal identifiers through the App.
  • No Server-Side Storage: I do not operate servers that store your data. HogLens is a client-side application.
  • No Advertising: HogLens contains no advertisements and does not share data with advertisers.
  • No Data Selling: I do not sell, rent, or trade any information to third parties.

2. Information Stored on Your Device

HogLens stores certain information locally on your device to provide its functionality:

2.1 PostHog API Tokens

Your PostHog API tokens are stored securely in your device's Keychain, which is Apple's secure credential storage system. These tokens:

  • Are encrypted by the operating system
  • Never leave your device (they are NOT synced via iCloud)
  • Are used only to authenticate requests to your PostHog server
  • Can be deleted at any time by removing the connection in HogLens

2.2 App Configuration and Data

HogLens stores the following data locally using SwiftData:

  • Connection settings: Server URLs and connection names (not API tokens)
  • Project information: Project IDs and names from your PostHog account
  • Dashboard configurations: Your custom dashboards, layouts, and insight settings
  • Event monitor settings: Your event monitoring preferences and highlight rules
  • App preferences: Appearance settings, grid configuration, and other preferences
  • Cached data: Temporary cache of chart data for performance (with automatic expiration)

3. iCloud Synchronization

HogLens uses Apple's CloudKit service to synchronize your data across your Apple devices.

3.1 What Is Synced

The following data is synchronized via iCloud:

  • Connection settings (server URLs, names) — excluding API tokens
  • Project information
  • Dashboard configurations and layouts
  • Event monitor settings
  • App preferences

3.2 What Is NOT Synced

The following data stays local to each device:

  • API tokens (stored only in device Keychain)
  • Cached chart data (temporary performance data)
  • Log files (debug information)

3.3 How iCloud Sync Works

  • Data is synced using Apple's CloudKit framework
  • Data is stored in your personal iCloud account
  • Apple encrypts data in transit and at rest
  • I have no access to your iCloud data
  • You can disable iCloud sync in your device's system settings

For information about how Apple handles iCloud data, please see Apple's Privacy Policy.

4. Information Transmitted to PostHog

When you use HogLens, the App communicates directly with your PostHog server to retrieve analytics data.

4.1 Data Sent to PostHog

HogLens sends the following to your PostHog server:

  • Your API token (for authentication)
  • API requests for analytics data (events, insights, trends)
  • Query parameters (date ranges, filters, breakdowns)

4.2 Data Received from PostHog

HogLens receives:

  • Analytics data (events, trends, metrics)
  • Project and dashboard metadata
  • Event definitions and properties

4.3 My Role

I am not involved in this data exchange. The connection is directly between your device and your PostHog server (whether PostHog Cloud or your self-hosted instance). For information about how PostHog handles your data, please see PostHog's Privacy Policy.

5. App Store and Payments

HogLens is distributed through Apple's App Store, and all purchases are processed by Apple.

5.1 Purchase Information

When you make a purchase:

  • Apple processes your payment
  • Apple provides me with anonymized transaction data (no personal information)
  • I receive information about subscription status to verify your access

5.2 Information from Apple

Apple may provide me with:

  • Aggregated, anonymous sales statistics
  • Subscription status (active, expired, etc.) for entitlement verification
  • Anonymous crash reports (if you opt in through your device settings)

I do not receive your name, email, payment details, or other personal information from Apple.

For information about Apple's data practices, please see Apple's Privacy Policy.

6. Website

The HogLens website (www.hoglens.app) is a static informational site.

6.1 Website Data Collection

The website:

  • Does not use cookies for tracking
  • Does not collect personal information
  • Does not include analytics or tracking scripts
  • May use basic server logs (IP addresses, access times) for security purposes only

6.2 Contact Forms

If you contact me via email (support@hoglens.app, privacy@hoglens.app, etc.), I will collect:

  • Your email address
  • The content of your message
  • Any information you voluntarily provide

I use this information solely to respond to your inquiry and do not share it with third parties.

7. Third-Party Services

HogLens interacts with the following third-party services:

7.1 PostHog

7.2 Apple (iCloud/CloudKit)

7.3 Apple (App Store)

I do not use any other third-party services for analytics, advertising, or data processing.

8. Data Security

I take the security of your data seriously:

8.1 Security Measures

  • API tokens are stored in Apple's Keychain, which uses hardware-level encryption
  • Local data is stored using SwiftData with standard iOS/macOS protections
  • iCloud data is encrypted by Apple in transit and at rest
  • Communication with PostHog uses HTTPS encryption

8.2 Your Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

  • Keeping your PostHog API tokens confidential
  • Securing your Apple ID and iCloud account
  • Maintaining physical security of your devices

8.3 Data Breach

In the unlikely event of a data breach affecting your information, I will notify affected users in accordance with applicable laws.

9. Data Retention

9.1 Local Data

Data stored on your device remains until you:

  • Delete the data within HogLens
  • Uninstall the App
  • Reset your device

9.2 iCloud Data

Data synced to iCloud remains until you:

  • Delete it within HogLens (syncs the deletion)
  • Disable iCloud sync for HogLens
  • Delete your iCloud account

9.3 Support Communications

If you contact me for support, I retain your communications for as long as necessary to provide assistance and maintain records, typically no longer than 3 years.

10. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

10.1 Access and Portability

You can access all your data directly within HogLens. Your data is stored on your device and in your iCloud account, which you fully control.

10.2 Deletion

You can delete your data by:

  • Deleting connections, dashboards, or other items within the App
  • Uninstalling the App (removes local data)
  • Managing your iCloud data through Apple's settings

10.3 Correction

You can correct any data directly within HogLens.

10.4 Data Export

You can export your dashboards as images using the export feature within HogLens.

10.5 Objection and Restriction

Since I do not process your personal data for marketing or profiling, there is no data processing to object to or restrict.

11. Children's Privacy

HogLens is a business analytics tool and is not directed at children under 13 years of age. I do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided information through the App, please contact me at privacy@hoglens.app.

12. International Data Transfers

12.1 iCloud Synchronization

When you use iCloud sync, your data may be transferred to and stored on servers located outside your country of residence, in accordance with Apple's data practices.

12.2 PostHog Communication

When you connect to PostHog:

  • PostHog Cloud EU: Data processed in the European Union
  • PostHog Cloud US: Data processed in the United States
  • Self-hosted: Data processed according to your server location

12.3 My Location

I am based in Switzerland, which has been recognized by the European Commission as providing adequate data protection.

13. Swiss and EU Data Protection

13.1 Legal Basis (GDPR/Swiss DPA)

Since I do not collect personal data through the App, the primary legal bases under GDPR and the Swiss Data Protection Act are:

  • Contract performance: Processing necessary to provide the App's functionality
  • Legitimate interests: Basic server logs for security purposes

13.2 Data Protection Authority

If you have concerns about my data practices, you can contact:

  • Switzerland: Federal Data Protection and Information Commissioner (FDPIC)
  • EU: Your local Data Protection Authority

14. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident:

14.1 Categories of Information

I do not collect personal information as defined by the CCPA through the HogLens App.

14.2 Sale of Personal Information

I do not sell personal information to third parties.

14.3 Do Not Track

HogLens does not track users, so "Do Not Track" signals are not applicable.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be:

  • Posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date
  • Announced within the App for significant changes

Your continued use of HogLens after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

16. Open Source Components

HogLens includes the following open-source components:

Component License Purpose
MarkdownUI MIT Rendering formatted text
ZIPFoundation MIT Export functionality

These components do not collect or transmit any data.

17. Contact Me

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or my data practices, please contact me:

Patrick Diezi / KREANIQS

Postal Address:
Patrick Diezi
Lehmbergstrasse 8
8514 Amlikon-Bissegg
Switzerland

I will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

Summary

What How It's Handled
API Tokens Stored in device Keychain only (never synced)
App Data Stored locally + iCloud sync (your control)
Analytics/Tracking None — I don't track you
Data Sharing None — your data is not shared with me or others
PostHog Communication Direct from your device to PostHog
Payments Processed by Apple

© 2025 Patrick Diezi / KREANIQS. All rights reserved.