Last Updated : June 4, 2026
All MAKO products are local-first applications. By default, your data stored exclusively on your device's internal storage. We do not have access to this data. This data is private and cannot be accessed by any other applications on the device.
Optional Cloud Security: To prevent data loss when switching devices, where applicable you may choose to enable Google Backup during the initial setup. If enabled, your data is uploaded to your personal Google Drive account via the standard Android Backup Service. This data is encrypted by Google and remains inaccessible to us.
You do not need to create an account, log in, or provide an email address to use any MAKO product.
Permissions needed vary for each application. MAKO apps are designed to be non-intrusive and use only the permissions necessary to function.
MAKO LIST: STORAGE, CLIPBOARD. Mako List saves data to the device's internal private storage, and does not require access to your public files, photos, or media. The app accesses your clipboard only when you explicitly tap "PASTE" to import a list. The app processes this data instantly on your device and it is never transmitted, and the app does not retain a copy of the clipboard history not monitor it in the background.
MAKO SHOPPER: MICROPHONE, STORAGE, BARCODE SCANNING. Mako Shopper uses the microphone for optional voice entry, which uses your device's native Speech-to-Text function. Audio processing is handled by the Android system, and the app does not record or store or transmit any audio files. Mako Shopper stores your data locally. We use the Google Code Scanner API to provide the Mako Beam feature. This API allows for secure, on-device scanning without requiring Mako Shopper to access your device's camera. All scanning is processed by the Android system, and the app only receives the decoded text results. Please note that Google Play Services may collect technical diagnostics and usage telemetry (such as Device IDs) to ensure the scanner's performance and security. This data is handled in accordance with the Google Privacy Policy (https://policies.google.com/privacy) . Use of the Mako Beam feature constitutes acknowledgment of this system-level processing.
MAKO SCRUBBER: STORAGE. Mako Scrubber was specifically designed not to need any permissions, aside from being able to write the cleaned photos to your device. These cleaned photos are deleted after 30 days to avoid using too much space, though your original photos remain.
All MAKO apps are designed to use your device's local processing power. No data is sent to third-party servers or cloud API's for analysis, with the exception of optional system-level services (such as Google Backup or Speech-to-Text) which are initiated and controlled by the user.
You can delete your data at any time by clearing the app's storage or uninstalling the application. If you have enabled Google Backup, you can manage or delete those files through your personal Google Drive settings
Privacy is a right for all ages. MAKO apps do not use third-party analytics. Since all information remains on the user's local hardware, MAKO is incapable of harvesting data from children or any other demographic.
No Mako app uses third-party analytics or advertising SDKs. If you choose to enable optional backup features, the Google Android Backup Service is used to store your data securely within your own Google account. No other third-party services have access to your usage patterns or data.
Although we do not intend to change our overall policies, we may adjust our Privacy Policy from time to time, such as to add new applications. Since we do not collect your contact information, we advise you to review this page periodically for any changes.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
support@makoway.app