Privacy Policy for YTWizard - Comments Filtering for Youtube
Last Updated: September 3, 2025
Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes how YTWizard ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our Chrome extension "YTWizard - Comments Filtering for Youtube" (the "Extension").
Information We Collect
1. Personal Information
- Email Addresses: We collect email addresses only when voluntarily provided by users who wish to receive updates about new features, improvements, and marketing communications related to our extension.
2. Local Data Storage
The Extension stores the following data locally on your device using Chrome's storage API:
- Filter preferences (language settings, filter types)
- Text filter configurations
- User interface settings
- Your email address (if provided)
3. Data We Do NOT Collect
- YouTube comment content
- Browsing history
- Personal YouTube account information
- Login credentials
- Any other personal data from YouTube or other websites
How We Use Information
Email Marketing
Email addresses are used for:
- Sending updates about new extension features
- Marketing communications about our products and services
- Notifications about important changes to the extension
- Promotional content related to YouTube productivity tools
Local Data Processing
- All YouTube comment filtering happens locally in your browser
- Language detection is performed using Google's CLD3 library running locally
- No comment content is transmitted to our servers
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your email address to third parties except:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal requirements
- To protect our rights and safety
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your email information:
- Secure transmission protocols (HTTPS)
- Limited access to email data
- Regular security reviews of our systems
Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time using the unsubscribe link
- Access: Request information about the data we have collected
- Deletion: Request deletion of your email from our marketing list
- Local Data: Clear all locally stored extension data through Chrome's extension settings
Children's Privacy
Our Extension is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Third-Party Services
Google CLD3 Language Detection
The Extension uses Google's CLD3 (Compact Language Detector 3) library via WebAssembly for language detection. This processing happens entirely locally in your browser and does not transmit data to Google or any external service.
Chrome Extension Platform
The Extension operates within Google Chrome's extension platform and follows Chrome Web Store policies and Google's privacy practices.
International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of the country where our servers are located, please note that the email information you provide may be transferred to and processed in other countries.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Sending email notifications to subscribed users
- Posting notices within the extension interface
Data Retention
- Email addresses are retained until you request removal or unsubscribe
- Local extension data is retained until you uninstall the extension or clear the data
- We may retain some information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes
Contact Information
Legal Compliance
This Privacy Policy complies with applicable privacy laws including:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
Consent
By installing and using the YTWizard Extension, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. Providing your email address constitutes explicit consent for marketing communications.