Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2026
Overview
Better Resource Monitor (“the App”) is a desktop application that displays system resource information in your menu bar. This privacy policy explains how we handle your data.
Data Collection
We do not collect any personal data.
The App operates entirely locally on your device. All system information (CPU usage, memory usage, network activity, GPU stats) is:
- Read directly from your operating system
- Displayed only on your local screen
- Never transmitted to any external servers
- Never stored in any external database
Data Storage
The App stores only your preferences (such as which metrics to display and appearance settings) locally on your device using your operating system’s standard configuration storage. This data never leaves your computer.
Third-Party Services
The App does not:
- Use analytics services
- Include advertising
- Connect to external APIs
- Share data with third parties
Network Access
The App monitors your network activity to display upload/download speeds. It does not:
- Make any outbound network requests
- Send any data over the internet
- Access your network traffic content
Open Source
Better Resource Monitor is open source software. You can review the complete source code at GitHub to verify these privacy practices.
Changes to This Policy
If we make changes to this privacy policy, we will update the “Last updated” date above.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, please open an issue on our GitHub repository.