Needle is a search-query builder for Google, YouTube, and Reddit. It helps you create a copyable search string on your device.
Needle does not require an account. Needle does not use AI services. Needle does not search the web for you. Needle does not store your search history or saved searches. Needle does not sell personal data. Needle does not show ads. Needle does not use analytics SDKs in version 1.0.
When you tap Open in Google, YouTube, or Reddit, Needle opens a search URL in Safari or another app that handles that link. Needle does not scrape results or receive your search activity from those platforms.
Needle stores a free-generation count and an onboarding-completed flag on this device using Apple system storage. Your typed filter values stay in memory while you use the app and are not uploaded to Needle servers. Subscription status comes from Apple In-App Purchase / StoreKit and is not stored separately by Needle.
Needle Pro is offered as an auto-renewable monthly subscription through Apple In-App Purchase. Apple processes payment. Needle does not receive or store your payment card details. Apple may share limited purchase status with the app so Needle can unlock Needle Pro.
Needle is not directed to children under 13 and does not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Questions about this policy: needlesearchapp@protonmail.com