Terms of Service
Last updated: April 2, 2026
Acceptance of Terms
By downloading, installing, or using Livcap, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use the application.
Description of Service
Livcap is a macOS application that provides real-time live captioning for audio input from microphones and system audio. The application processes audio locally on your device using Apple's built-in speech recognition frameworks and APIs.
🔧 Technology and Framework Usage
Livcap currently utilizes Apple-supplied APIs and frameworks for all core functionality. This includes speech recognition, audio processing, and system integration capabilities provided by macOS.
Future Technology Changes: We reserve the right to update, modify, or change the underlying frameworks and technologies used in Livcap in future versions. However, user privacy will always remain our first priority regardless of any technological changes. Any updates will maintain our commitment to local processing and data protection.
🏠 Local Processing
Livcap operates entirely on your device. No data is collected, transmitted, or stored on external servers. All audio processing happens locally using your Mac's hardware.
License and Usage Rights
Livcap is open source software released under the MIT License. This grants you the following rights:
- • Use the software for personal or commercial purposes
- • Modify and distribute the source code
- • Create derivative works
- • Include in proprietary software
Prohibited Uses
You agree NOT to use Livcap or its source code for:
- • Illegal activities or violating any applicable laws
- • Unauthorized recording or surveillance without proper consent
- • Harassment, stalking, or invasion of privacy
- • Creating malware, spyware, or other malicious software
- • Circumventing security measures or access controls
- • Any activity that could harm individuals or organizations
⚠️ Legal Compliance
You are responsible for complying with all applicable laws regarding audio recording and privacy in your jurisdiction. Some regions require consent from all parties before recording audio or conversations. Ensure you have proper authorization before using Livcap in any recording capacity.
MIT License Requirements
When using, modifying, or distributing Livcap's source code, you must:
- • Include the original MIT License text
- • Include the original copyright notice
- • Provide attribution to the original authors
Disclaimer of Warranties
Livcap is provided "AS IS" without warranty of any kind. We make no guarantees about:
- • Accuracy of speech recognition or captions
- • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
- • Compatibility with all macOS versions or hardware
- • Fitness for any particular purpose
Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, the developers of Livcap shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of the application, including but not limited to:
- • Data loss or corruption
- • System damage or performance issues
- • Missed or inaccurate captions
- • Privacy breaches due to misuse
- • Legal consequences from unauthorized recording
System Requirements and Compatibility
Livcap is designed for macOS and requires appropriate system permissions to function. The application may not work properly on all hardware configurations or macOS versions. Users are responsible for ensuring compatibility with their systems.
Privacy and Data Handling
Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information about how Livcap handles data. In summary: we don't collect, store, or transmit any of your personal data or audio content.
Modifications to Terms
We reserve the right to update these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be posted on our website and GitHub repository. Your continued use of Livcap after changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.
Termination
You may stop using Livcap at any time by uninstalling the application. These terms remain in effect regarding your prior use of the software and any derivatives you may have created.
Governing Law
These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable law. Any disputes arising from the use of Livcap should be resolved through appropriate legal channels in your jurisdiction.
Contact Information
For questions about these Terms of Service, please open an issue in our GitHub repository at github.com/wayne-xyz/Livcap/issues or review our source code at github.com/wayne-xyz/Livcap.
Remember: Livcap is open source software provided free of charge. Use it responsibly, respect privacy laws, and contribute back to the community when possible.
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