PadMouse collects nothing.
Effective November 7, 2026
PadMouse is a Mac app by Scott DeVore that lets you use a game controller as a mouse and keyboard. This policy explains what happens to your information when you use it.
What we collect
Nothing. PadMouse does not collect, store, sell or share any personal information. It has no account, sign-in, analytics, advertising, crash reporting or tracking of any kind.
Network
PadMouse makes no network connections. It works the same with or without an internet connection.
What stays on your Mac
- Controller input is read and acted on only while PadMouse is running, and is never recorded or sent anywhere.
- Your settings (button mappings, profiles and preferences) are saved in a file inside PadMouse’s own folder on your Mac. Deleting the app removes it.
- The live event log lives in memory only and is cleared when PadMouse quits.
- App names: to switch profiles, PadMouse checks which app is in front. It does not record or keep this.
Permissions
PadMouse asks for Accessibility permission so it can move the pointer, click, scroll and press keys when you use your controller. It uses this permission only for that. If you set up actions that open apps, web pages or Apple Shortcuts, those run only when you press the button you assigned.
Children
PadMouse collects no information from anyone, including children.
Support email
If you email support, we use your message only to answer it and don’t share it.
Changes
If this policy changes, the new version will appear on this page with a new effective date.