# Retrotype

> Retrotype is a typewriter simulator app for iPhone and iPad that transforms your device into a beautiful, tactile typewriter — complete with the sounds, rhythm, and charm of the classics.

Retrotype brings back focused, joyful writing without distractions or endless editing. Like a real typewriter, your attention stays centered while the paper moves. It's intentionally limited to help you write forward, not backward.

- Available on the [App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/id6752917326)
- Built by [Justin Poliachik](https://justinpoliachik.com)

## Features

- Realistic typewriter sounds, rhythm, and haptic feedback
- Multiple typewriter models, color palettes, paper themes, and sound packs
- Documents auto-save locally on your device
- No ads, no data collection, no accounts required
- Free to download with optional one-time Retrotype Premium purchase

## Support & FAQ

### Why Retrotype?

Retrotype brings back focused, joyful writing without distractions or endless editing. Like a real typewriter, your attention stays centered while the paper moves. It's intentionally limited to help you write forward, not backward.

### How do I move the cursor?

Swipe or drag the paper to position where you want to type. The paper moves, not the cursor — keeping your eyes focused on one spot.

### Where are my documents and how do I share them?

Documents auto-save locally on your device. Long press to copy your entire document, then paste it anywhere — email, notes, other apps. Simple export keeps you focused on writing.

### Is Retrotype free? What about my privacy?

Retrotype is free to download and use with the Classic typewriter model. Retrotype Premium unlocks all 4 typewriter models, 22+ color palettes, 12 paper themes, and 5 sound packs — as a one-time purchase with no subscriptions. No ads, no data collection, no accounts. Your writing stays on your device.

### What's the bell sound?

You're approaching the end of the line, like a real typewriter's margin bell. Enable Auto Return in settings to automatically advance.

### How do I adjust the typing experience?

Settings (top-right) lets you choose your typewriter model, color palette, paper theme, sound pack, and haptic intensity. You can also adjust font size, margins, and enable Auto Return.

## Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 24, 2026

Your privacy is important. This app is designed to respect and protect your data.

### 1. Information Collection

This app does not collect any personal information such as your name, email address, location, or photos. The only data the app interacts with is what you voluntarily type into it.

### 2. Data Storage

All data is stored locally on your device. The app does not transmit, sync, or upload your data to any servers or third-party services.

### 3. In-App Purchases

Retrotype offers an optional one-time in-app purchase (Retrotype Premium) processed through Apple. We do not collect or store any payment information — all transactions are handled entirely by Apple's App Store. No third-party SDKs, analytics tools, or cloud services are used.

### 4. No Account Required

You do not need to create an account or log in to use the app. It is fully functional without any sign-in process.

### 5. Children's Privacy

This app is not directed to children under the age of 13 and does not knowingly collect any data from minors.

### 6. Future Changes

If the app's data practices change in the future (e.g., cloud syncing), this policy will be updated and users will be notified appropriately.

## Contact

- Email: support@retrotype.ink