Terms & Conditions
Last Updated: February 24, 2026
Agreement to Terms
By purchasing and using Lapser Studio, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions. If you do not agree to these terms, do not purchase or use the software.
License Grant
Upon purchase, you receive a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use Lapser Studio on one (1) Mac computer for personal or commercial use. This license is perpetual and does not expire.
What You Can Do
- Activate Lapser Studio on one (1) Mac computer
- Use Lapser Studio for personal or commercial projects
- Create and export unlimited timelapses
What You Cannot Do
- Share your license key with others
- Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the software
- Redistribute, resell, or sublicense Lapser Studio
- Remove or modify any proprietary notices from the software
- Use Lapser Studio for any illegal purposes
License Activation
Lapser Studio requires license key activation. Each license key can be activated on 1 Mac computer.
Updates
Your license includes free automatic updates to Lapser Studio. We may release updates that add features, fix bugs, or improve performance. Major version upgrades may be offered as separate products.
Support
Your purchase includes email support. We'll make reasonable efforts to respond to support inquiries within 48 business hours.
Ownership
Lapser Studio is licensed, not sold. We retain all rights, title, and interest in Lapser Studio, including all intellectual property rights. Your license does not grant you any ownership of the software.
Disclaimer of Warranties
Lapser Studio is provided "as is" without warranty of any kind. We do not guarantee that Lapser Studio will be error-free, uninterrupted, or meet your specific requirements.
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.
Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS, REVENUE, DATA, OR USE, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO YOUR USE OF LAPSER Studio.
Our total liability to you for all claims arising from or related to Lapser Studio shall not exceed the amount you paid for your license.
Recording Consent
You are solely responsible for ensuring you have the right to record and use any content captured with Lapser Studio. You must comply with all applicable laws regarding recording, including obtaining necessary consents from individuals who may be recorded.
Termination
We may terminate your license if you violate these terms. Upon termination, you must immediately cease using Lapser Studio and delete all copies from your computers.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Continued use of Lapser Studio after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
Governing Law
These terms shall be governed by the laws of France, without regard to conflict of law principles. For customers in the European Union, you also have the protections afforded by mandatory provisions of your local consumer protection laws.
Contact
For questions about these Terms & Conditions, please contact us at hello@lapser.studio.
Refund Policy
Last Updated: February 24, 2026
14-Day Money-Back Guarantee
We want you to be completely satisfied with Lapser Studio. If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, you can request a full refund within 14 days of your purchase date — no questions asked.
EU/EEA customers: In accordance with the EU Consumer Rights Directive (2011/83/EU), you have a statutory right to withdraw from your purchase within 14 days of the purchase date without providing any reason. This policy meets that requirement. Please note that the 14-day period begins on your purchase date, regardless of when you activate your license key.
If you activate your license key, you acknowledge that Lapser Studio is being delivered to you immediately. You may still request a refund within 14 days of your original purchase date.
How to Request a Refund
To request a refund, please email us at hello@lapser.studio with:
- Your order number or purchase email
- Brief reason for the refund request (optional, but helps us improve)
Refund requests must be submitted within 14 days of your purchase date. We'll process your refund within 5–7 business days, back to your original payment method. Please be aware that original payment fees are not returned.
License Deactivation
Once a refund is issued, your license key will be deactivated and you'll need to uninstall Lapser Studio from your Mac(s).
Technical Issues
If you're experiencing technical problems with Lapser Studio, please contact us before requesting a refund. We're committed to helping you resolve any issues and get the most out of the app.
Questions?
If you have any questions about our refund policy, please contact us at hello@lapser.studio.
Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 24, 2026
Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Lapser ("we," "our," or "us") handles information when you use our macOS application. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our practices.
Data Controller: Samuel Osborne auto-entrepreneur under French law. For any privacy-related enquiries, contact us at hello@lapser.studio.
Information We Collect
What Lapser Does Not Collect
Lapser is designed with privacy in mind:
- No recording data: All screen recordings and timelapses remain completely local on your Mac. We never upload, transmit, or have access to your recordings.
- No usage tracking: We do not track how you use Lapser or what you record.
- No analytics: We do not use any analytics services to monitor your behaviour.
What We Do Collect
License Activation: When you activate Lapser with your license key, your license key and email address are verified against our licensing provider, Polar. This data is stored and processed by Polar — see their Privacy Policy for details. We do not independently store or retain this information.
Purchase Information: All purchases are processed by Polar.sh. We do not process or store payment information directly. Upon a completed purchase, Polar sends your license key to your email address on our behalf. We do not retain your email address independently of Polar following this delivery.
Support Communications: If you contact us for support, we collect the information you voluntarily provide, such as your email address, name (if provided), and details about any technical issues.
How We Use Your Information
We use the limited information we collect only for:
- Verifying your license key and enforcing activation limits
- Delivering your license key following purchase
- Providing technical support
- Improving Lapser based on support feedback
Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or share your information with third parties, except:
- Polar.sh — our payment and licensing processor, who handles purchase transactions and license key management according to their own privacy policy
- When required by law or to protect our legal rights
- With your explicit consent
Data Retention
- License and purchase data: Stored and retained by Polar — refer to their Privacy Policy for retention details
- Support communications: Retained for as long as necessary to provide support and resolve issues, and deleted once no longer needed
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Request access to the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your information (subject to legal retention requirements)
- Withdraw consent for communications
EU/EEA users: Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), you have additional rights including data portability and the right to object to processing.
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at hello@lapser.studio.
Children's Privacy
Lapser is not directed to children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last Updated" date above.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at hello@lapser.studio.