Local disk analysis
Reads file metadata without reading contents. Paths, sizes and history remain in local ~/Library/Application Support/AetherDisk/Scans and are not uploaded. No advertising or tracking SDKs.
Custom protection paths are stored in local preferences. Exported CSV reports contain paths and sizes at a location chosen by the user; reports are not automatically uploaded.
Updates and network requests
Update checks contact the website feed and downloads contact the package host. These services may log IP addresses and routine access data. System profiles are not sent; automatic checks can be disabled.