Data Management & Settings
Storage Architecture
ClipKunda uses modern persistence technologies to ensure your data is safe and fast.
- Framework: SwiftData
- Local-only: All data stays on your Mac.
- Database location:
~/Library/Application Support/ClipKunda/
Data Operations
- Create: Automatic on clipboard change.
- Update: Edit titles, toggle favorites/pins.
- Delete: Individual or bulk deletion.
- Clear all: Wipes all clips, rules, and models (Pinned clips are protected by default unless specified).
- Deduplication: Skips identical or near-identical content.
- Auto-cleanup: Optional retention window to delete old clips.
Privacy & Security
ClipKunda is designed with privacy as a core principle.
- 100% Local: No cloud sync or external storage.
- No Telemetry: No analytics or tracking.
- Secure Storage: Uses standard macOS security practices.
- On-demand AI: Models are downloaded only when requested.
Configuration
- Launch at Login: Start automatically.
- Global Hotkey: Enable/Disable or customize.
- Screenshot Monitoring: Toggle auto-capture.
- Size Limits: Configurable thresholds for large files.
- Ignore List: Exclude specific apps by Bundle ID.