Privacy Policy

Last updated: October 25, 2025

Introduction

Welcome to YT Tracker ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Google Account Information: When you sign in, we collect your name and email address from your Google account
YouTube Channel Data: Channel handles or URLs you choose to track
User-Generated Content: Tags and notes you create

Information We Collect Automatically

YouTube Public Data: We use the YouTube API to collect publicly available information about channels and videos you track, including:
- Channel statistics (subscribers, views, video count)
- Video information (title, description, views, likes, comments)
- Thumbnail images
- Publishing dates and metadata
Usage Data: How you interact with our service
Technical Data: Browser type, IP address, device information

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Provide and maintain our service
Authenticate your account
Track YouTube channels and videos you've selected
Display analytics and historical trends
Save your tags and notes
Improve our service
Comply with legal obligations

YouTube API Services

Our use of YouTube API Services is subject to the YouTube Terms of Service and YouTube API Services Developer Policies.

We access YouTube data solely through the official YouTube Data API v3. We do not scrape YouTube or access data through unauthorized means.

Data Retention

Account Data: Retained while your account is active
YouTube Authorized Data: In compliance with YouTube's Developer Policies, authorized data obtained through the YouTube API is retained for a maximum of 30 days. After this period, the data is automatically refreshed or deleted.
Historical Statistics: Aggregated statistics and performance metrics are retained to show trends over time. This includes view counts, subscriber counts, and other numerical data points collected at specific intervals.
Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time

Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in these circumstances:

With your consent
To comply with legal obligations
To protect our rights and safety
With service providers who assist in operating our service (under confidentiality agreements)

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:

Encryption in transit (HTTPS)
Secure authentication via Google OAuth
Regular security reviews
Access controls and monitoring

Your Rights

You have the right to:

Access your personal data
Correct inaccurate data
Request deletion of your data
Object to processing of your data
Data portability
Withdraw consent at any time
Revoke YouTube API access at any time through your Google Account settings or by disconnecting channels in our application

To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email provided below. You can also manage your YouTube permissions directly through your Google Account permissions page.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers.

GDPR Compliance (European Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR):

Legal Basis: We process your data based on your consent and our legitimate interests in providing the service
Data Protection Officer: Contact our privacy team for data protection matters
Right to Lodge a Complaint: You may lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority
Data Retention: We retain data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in this policy

CCPA Compliance (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):

Right to Know: You may request information about the personal data we collect, use, and disclose
Right to Delete: You may request deletion of your personal information
Right to Opt-Out: We do not sell personal information, but you have the right to opt-out if this changes
Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookie Policy

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our service.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality. These cannot be disabled.
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device to remember your preferences and settings.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service. For more information about managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Google API Disclosure

YT Tracker's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.