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ValorIDE Privacy Policy

Valkyr Labs Inc ("ValorIDE," "we," "our," and/or "us") values the privacy of individuals who use our VS Code extension and related services (collectively, our "Services"). This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and disclose information from users of our Services.

Key Points​

  • ValorIDE operates client-side as a VS Code extension
  • Other than server logs and event notifications used for normal operations (and that do not contain your private data,) you can see, edit, and delete the data that is collected, stored, or transmitted to ValorIDE's servers via your UserPreferences settings available on our website
  • Your data is also sent to your chosen AI provider (e.g., Anthropic, OpenAI) when you explicitly request assistance
  • API keys are stored securely in VS Code's built-in settings storage and in ValkyrLabs.com encrypted database which you can see, edit, and delete via UserPreferences settings available on our website

Information We Process​

A. Information You Provide​

  • API Keys: When you choose to use certain AI model providers (OpenRouter, Anthropic, OpenAI, etc.), you provide API keys. These are stored securely and in your VS Code settings.
  • Communications: If you contact us directly (e.g., via Discord or email), we may receive information like your name, email address, and message contents.

B. Information Processing​

ValorIDE as a client-side VS Code extension that facilitates communication between your editor, the servers and services that we provide (ie: valkyrlabs.com,) and your chosen AI model provider:

  1. File Contents:

    • Only sent to your chosen AI provider when you explicitly request assistance
    • Optionally stored when transmitted to ValorIDE's servers
    • Only the specific files/content you select are included

  2. Terminal Commands:

    • Require explicit user confirmation before execution, unless overridden in settings

  3. Browser Integration:

    • Screenshots and console logs are processed locally
    • Temporary data is cleared after task completion

Data Security​

  1. Local-Only Processing:

    • All operations happen on your local machine
    • No central servers or data collection
    • No telemetry or usage statistics gathered
    • No account creation required

  2. API Key Security:

    • Stored using VS Code's secure settings storage system
    • When transmitted to ValorIDE's servers, e2e encryption and storage at rest using SecureField encryption
    • You can remove/modify keys at any time

  3. User Control:

    • Explicit approval required for file changes
    • Terminal commands require confirmation
    • Browser actions need explicit permission
    • You control which AI provider to use

Communication with AI Providers​

When you request assistance:

  1. Selected content is sent directly to your chosen AI provider
  2. No data passes through ValorIDE's servers
  3. Provider's own privacy policy applies to this communication:

Error Handling & Debugging​

  • Error logs are processed locally
  • No automatic error reporting to ValorIDE
  • You control what information to include when reporting issues

Children's Privacy​

We do not knowingly collect, maintain, or use personal information from children under 18 years of age, and no part of our Service(s) is directed to children. If you learn that a child has provided us with personal information in violation of this Privacy Policy, then you may alert us at support@valkyrlabs.com.

Changes to Privacy Policy​

We will post any changes to this policy on our GitHub repository. Significant changes will be announced in our Discord community.

Security Concerns & Auditing​

  • ValorIDE is open source and available for security audit
  • Our client-side architecture ensures no central point of data collection
  • You can inspect exactly what data is being sent to AI providers
  • Enterprise users can implement additional access controls through VS Code

Contact Us​

For privacy-related questions or concerns: