Overseer

Security & Trust

Your data security is our top priority. Learn how we protect your information with industry-leading security practices and compliance certifications.

Enterprise-Grade Security

Overseer is built with privacy at its core. As a local macOS application, your system metrics never leave your computer. There's no cloud transmission, no data collection, and no external servers involved.

We follow macOS security best practices including App Sandbox, Notarization, and Privacy permissions to ensure your system data remains private and under your control at all times.

Privacy & Security Features

Local-first protection for your system data

Local-Only Processing
All system metrics are processed locally on your Mac. No data is sent to external servers or cloud services.
macOS Sandbox
Overseer runs in a secure App Sandbox, limiting access to only the system resources necessary for monitoring.
Privacy by Design
We don't collect any personal data or system metrics. No telemetry, no analytics, and no data sharing with third parties.
App Store Notarization
Every release is notarized by Apple, ensuring the app is free from malware and complies with Apple's security requirements.
Transparent Permissions
Overseer requests only the necessary macOS permissions for system monitoring and explains why each permission is needed.
Secure Local Storage
Any stored preferences or settings are kept locally with macOS's built-in security protections.

macOS Security Standards

Built on Apple's security foundation

App Store Review

Apple's comprehensive security and privacy review

Required

Notarization

Apple's malware scanning and security checks

Required

App Sandbox

macOS security isolation technology

Enabled

Privacy Permissions

User-controlled access to system resources

Respected

Our Development Practices

How we ensure a secure and private monitoring experience

Regular security reviews of code and dependencies
Automated vulnerability scanning during development
Secure software development practices
Minimal permission requests following Apple's guidelines
Transparent privacy policy with no data collection
Regular updates through the Mac App Store
Responsible disclosure program for security issues
User control over all monitoring features

Security Reporting

Found a security or privacy issue? We appreciate responsible disclosure and take all reports seriously. We'll respond promptly to address any concerns.

Report a Vulnerability

Questions About Privacy or Security?

We're here to answer any questions about our privacy practices, security features, or how Overseer handles your system data.

Contact Security Team