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RawCull is designed to keep your photos and culling data on your Mac.
Sandbox
RawCull runs in the macOS App Sandbox. The app entitlement file enables only the app sandbox entitlement.
This means RawCull can access folders only after you choose them through macOS file selection or through saved security-scoped access.
Offline Use
RawCull has no network entitlement. It does not use analytics, telemetry, cloud sync, update tracking, or third-party network SDKs.
The app works offline.
File Access
RawCull reads source folders you select and writes to destinations you select. Folder access is handled with macOS security-scoped bookmarks so RawCull can reopen approved folders later.
Copying selected RAW files uses the system /usr/bin/rsync tool. RawCull passes arguments directly and does not build shell commands. Copying is non-destructive; source files are not deleted.
Data Stored Locally
RawCull stores only local app data:
| Data | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Settings | Saved app preferences |
| Saved files data | Ratings, marks, and catalog state |
| Thumbnail cache | Faster browsing |
| Full-size JPG cache | Faster zoom and comparison previews |
| Copy destination | Selected output folder for copied files |
Caches can be cleared and rebuilt.
Privacy Manifest
RawCull declares no tracking. Its privacy manifest lists Apple-required reasons for File API access and Disk Space access. These are used for user-selected files and cache management.
Permissions RawCull Does Not Request
RawCull does not request:
- Camera or microphone access
- Location access
- Contacts, calendar, or reminders
- Photos library access
- Full Disk Access
- Network access
- iCloud or CloudKit access
- Bluetooth or USB access
- Screen recording or accessibility access
Your photos, ratings, and file paths remain under your control on your Mac.
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