Frequently asked questions

Tansei runs on macOS 15 (Sequoia) or later and requires an Apple Silicon Mac.

No. Clipboard history saves everything you copy. Tansei is a shelf that keeps the things that matter. Add notes, colors, screenshots and files, then pin or organize them however you like.

Text, links, images, screenshots, files, PDFs, notes, colors and code.

Yes. Search, tag, group, pin, archive or delete items whenever you need.

Everything stays on your Mac.

Your shelf is stored locally, and screenshots and files are saved in Documents/Tansei. Tansei does not require an account or upload your data.

Yes.

Your data never leaves your Mac. The only internet requests are for optional link previews and automatic app updates.

Yes. Every copy of Tansei is signed and notarized by Apple before it can run on your Mac.

Passwords copied from supported password managers are automatically marked as sensitive. They appear masked with a lock icon and never leave your Mac.

Yes. Pause it from the menu bar or turn it off completely in Settings.

None when you install it.

macOS only asks when you use a feature that requires permission, such as screenshots or voice memos.

Yes. Your shelf works with or without an internet connection.

The free trial runs for 3 days with every feature included. When it ends, the app locks until you purchase a license. Your shelf stays safely on your Mac and unlocks again when you activate Tansei.

Your license key is emailed immediately after purchase and shown on the thank-you page, which can activate Tansei in one click if it’s already installed.

You can also paste your key into Settings → License at any time.

Yes. Every update is included and delivered automatically.

Yes. Restore them at any time, delete them permanently, or press ⌘Z to quickly undo a recent archive.

Hi, I’m Pooja, the solo founder behind Tansei.

I built it after realising how much context gets lost between the apps we use every day. My work involved constantly switching between tools, copying information back and forth, and trying to remember where everything came from.

Tansei is my attempt to make that workflow feel effortless by quietly remembering what matters.

I’m constantly improving the app based on real feedback, so if you have an idea, feature request or suggestion, I’d genuinely love to hear it.

Absolutely.

If Tansei has improved the way you work, I’d love to hear your experience. Honest testimonials help other people discover the app and help shape future updates.

If you’re happy to share your thoughts, just get in touch. As a thank you, I may offer a discount on your purchase at my discretion. Your feedback doesn’t need to be positive — honest feedback is always the most valuable.