Privacy Policy

Last updated: 14 July 2026

In short: PocketADM is open-source, self-hosted software. The app has no backend of ours and collects no personal data. It talks only to the servers you add, over a direct connection. We never see your servers, your credentials, your files, or your usage.

Who we are

PocketADM ("the app") is an open-source command center for your own self-hosted servers, published by Maximilian Paasch. The app is a client: it connects to PocketADM server software that you install and run on your hardware.

What data the app collects

None on our side. There is no PocketADM analytics, no tracking SDK, no advertising, and no account with us. We operate no server that receives your data.

Data that stays on your device

To function, the app stores the following locally on your device only:

The address, name and login token of each server you add.
Your preferences (theme, terminal settings, last-open chat).

This information is kept in the app's local storage and is never transmitted to us. Removing a server, or deleting the app, removes it.

Data that goes directly to your own server

When you use PocketADM, your device communicates directly with the server you added (your admin password, commands, chat messages, files). This traffic goes only between your device and your server. It does not pass through us.

AI features (bring your own key)

If you enable the AI assistant, requests are sent from your server to the AI provider whose API key you configured (e.g. Anthropic, OpenAI, OpenRouter), or to a local model you run yourself. Those requests are governed by that provider's privacy policy. We are not a party to them and never receive your API keys.

Camera & local network

Camera is used only when you choose to scan a pairing QR code. No images are stored or sent.
Local network access is used to reach servers you add on your home network (e.g. 192.168.x.x).

Children

PocketADM is a developer/administration tool and is not directed at children.

Changes

If this policy changes, the "last updated" date above will change. Material changes will be noted in the app's changelog.

Contact

Questions about privacy: privacy@pocketadm.com, or open an issue on GitHub.