Privacy Policy
Last updated: May 14, 2026
Overview
Listen This is an audiobook player app that respects your privacy. We do not collect, store, or share any personal information.
Data Storage
All your data stays on your devices:
- Audiobook files - Stored locally on your device and optionally in your personal iCloud Drive
- Library metadata - Book titles, authors, chapters, and playback progress sync via your personal iCloud account
- App settings - Stored locally on your device
iCloud Sync
If you use iCloud sync, your library and playback progress are stored in your private iCloud container. This data is:
- Encrypted by Apple
- Accessible only to you
- Not visible to us or any third party
You can disable iCloud sync in your device's Settings app.
Audiobookshelf Connection
If you connect to a self-hosted Audiobookshelf server:
- Server credentials are stored securely in your device's Keychain
- Communication happens directly between your device and your server
- We do not have access to your server or its contents
Data Collection
We do not collect:
- Personal information
- Usage analytics
- Crash reports
- Advertising identifiers
Third-Party Services
Listen This does not integrate with any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking services.
Children's Privacy
Listen This does not collect any personal information from anyone, including children under 13.
Contact
If you have questions about this privacy policy, you can open an issue on our GitHub repository.
Changes
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted to this page with an updated revision date.