Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 25, 2025
This Privacy Policy describes how YT Uploader ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares information about you when you use our service at youtube-uploader.com.
This application uses YouTube API Services. Our data practices are also governed by the Google Privacy Policy, Youtube Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
Information You Provide
- Account Information: Email address, username, and password when you create an account
- Video Content: Videos you upload, including metadata, titles, descriptions, and thumbnails
- YouTube Account Access: OAuth tokens to access your YouTube account for uploading
- Payment Information: Billing details for premium features (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
Information Automatically Collected
- Usage Data: How you interact with our service, features used, upload statistics
- Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, device identifiers
- Log Data: Access times, pages viewed, errors encountered, referral URLs
- Cookies and Similar Technologies: We store, access, and collect information directly and indirectly on or from your devices, including by placing, accessing, or recognizing cookies and similar technology on your devices or browsers. This includes session cookies for authentication, functional cookies for user preferences, and analytics cookies for service improvement.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: Upload videos to your YouTube channel and manage your content
- Authentication: Maintain secure access to your account and YouTube integration
- Communication: Send service-related notifications, updates, and support responses
- Improvement: Analyze usage patterns to enhance our service features and performance
- Compliance: Meet legal obligations and enforce our terms of service
- Security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activities and security threats
Important: We never store your YouTube login credentials. We only store OAuth access tokens that you explicitly authorize.
3. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
With Your Consent
- When you explicitly authorize us to share information with third-party services
- For integrations you've enabled (e.g., analytics platforms, scheduling tools)
Service Providers
- Cloud hosting providers (for secure data storage)
- Payment processors (for billing and subscription management)
- Analytics services (for service improvement, with anonymized data)
Legal Requirements
- When required by law, court order, or government regulation
- To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
- In connection with legal proceedings or investigations
Business Transfers
- In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:
- Encryption: All data is encrypted in transit using TLS/SSL and at rest using AES-256
- Access Controls: Strict access controls and authentication for our systems
- Regular Audits: Periodic security assessments and vulnerability testing
- Secure Infrastructure: Hosted on secure, compliant cloud platforms
- Data Minimization: We only collect and retain data necessary for service operation
5. YouTube API Services
This application uses YouTube API Services. By using our service, you agree to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service (https://www.youtube.com/t/terms).
YouTube Data Handling:
- We access your YouTube channel only with your explicit authorization
- Video uploads are performed directly to YouTube using their official API
- We do not store your video content on our servers beyond temporary processing
- You can revoke our access to your YouTube account at any time
6. Data Retention
- Account Data: Retained for as long as your account is active, plus 30 days after deletion
- Video Metadata: Stored for service functionality; deleted when you remove videos or close your account
- Usage Analytics: Anonymized data may be retained for up to 2 years for service improvement
- Payment Data: Billing information retained for 7 years for tax and legal compliance
7. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
Access and Portability
- Request a copy of your personal data in a machine-readable format
- Access your account information and usage history through your dashboard
Correction and Updates
- Update your account information, preferences, and settings
- Correct inaccurate or incomplete personal information
Deletion and Data Access Revocation
- Delete your account and associated data (some information may be retained for legal compliance)
- Remove specific videos or content from our records
- Revoke YouTube Access: You can revoke this application's access to your YouTube data at any time through the Google Security Settings page
- Data Deletion Procedure: To delete stored data, contact us at contact@youtube-uploader.com with "Data Deletion Request" in the subject line, or use the data deletion option in your account settings. We will process deletion requests within 30 days.
Consent Management
- Withdraw consent for data processing where applicable
- Opt-out of marketing communications
- Manage cookie preferences
Data Processing Restrictions
- Request restriction of data processing in certain circumstances
- Object to processing based on legitimate interests
8. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure adequate protection through:
- Standard contractual clauses approved by relevant authorities
- Adequacy decisions by regulatory bodies
- Other appropriate safeguards as required by applicable law
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for users under 13 years of age (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will promptly delete such information.
10. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
Essential Cookies
- Authentication and security
- Service functionality and preferences
Analytics Cookies
- Usage statistics and performance monitoring
- Service improvement and optimization
Preference Cookies
- Language and display settings
- User interface customization
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.
11. Third-Party Services
Our service may integrate with third-party services:
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you choose to integrate.
12. California Privacy Rights
California residents have additional rights under the CCPA:
- Right to know what personal information is collected
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
- Right to non-discrimination for exercising these rights
13. European Union Rights
EU residents have rights under the GDPR:
- Lawful Basis: We process data based on consent, contract performance, or legitimate interests
- Data Protection Officer: Contact information available upon request
- Supervisory Authority: Right to lodge complaints with your local data protection authority
14. Updates to This 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
- Sending email notifications for significant changes
- Providing in-app notifications when you next use the service
Your continued use of the service after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
15. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: contact@youtube-uploader.com
Website: https://youtube-uploader.com/page/contact
Response Time: We aim to respond to all inquiries within 48 hours
For data protection inquiries specifically, please include "Privacy Request" in your subject line and provide:
- Your account email address
- Specific nature of your request
- Any relevant details to help us process your request efficiently
This Privacy Policy is effective as of the date listed above and governs your use of the YT Uploader service.