Last updated: 29 July 2026
Recast is a file converter and compressor that runs entirely on your device. This policy explains what the app does and does not do with your information.
Recast does not collect, transmit, sell, or share any personal data, and it never uploads your files. There is no Recast account, no analytics, and no third-party tracking.
Every conversion and compression happens locally, using the media frameworks built into iOS. Your photos, videos, audio, PDFs and documents are never sent to the developer or to any third party, and Recast has no servers to send them to.
While a conversion is running, Recast writes working copies into your device's temporary storage. These are deleted when the conversion finishes or is cancelled. A converted file is only kept if you choose to save it to your photo library or share it somewhere yourself.
If you pick a photo, video or Live Photo, iOS asks your permission and gives Recast access only to the items you selected. If you save a result back to your library, iOS asks separately for permission to add it. You can change or revoke either permission at any time in Settings, and Recast keeps working with files chosen through the Files app.
Your preferences - such as your chosen output formats and quality settings - are stored on your device using the standard iOS settings store. They are not tied to any identity and are removed when you delete the app.
Recast makes no network requests. It works with no internet connection at all.
If you use Send feedback, Recast opens a pre-filled email in your own mail app. You can read and edit everything before sending, and nothing is transmitted unless you send it. The message includes only what you write plus basic technical details (app version, iOS version, device model) to help diagnose the problem. Emails you send are used solely to answer you and fix bugs, and are not shared.
Recast is not directed at children and collects no personal information from anyone, including children.
If this policy changes, the updated version will be posted on this page with a new date above.
Questions about privacy: leonfigueira@gmail.com.
Recast is made by Leon Figueira.