Privacy Policy for YouTube In-Video Ad Detector
Last Updated: 8th Oct 2025
Information We Collect
Website Content: This extension analyzes YouTube video transcripts and metadata to detect sponsored content. We process:
- Video transcripts (text content from YouTube videos)
- Video titles and descriptions
- Video IDs and timestamps
User Preferences: We store your ad detection toggle setting locally in your browser to remember your preference.
How We Use Your Information
- Video Analysis: We send video transcripts to our analysis server to identify sponsored segments
- Display Results: We show you detected sponsored content with timestamps and brand information
- User Preferences: We remember whether you have enabled or disabled ad detection
Data Sharing
- Third Parties: We do not share your data with any third parties
- Analysis Server: Video transcripts are sent to our secure analysis server (api.youtubeaddetector.com) for processing
- No Personal Data: We do not collect or store any personally identifiable information
Data Storage
- Local Storage: Your toggle preference is stored locally in your browser
- Server Processing: Video transcripts are processed on our servers but not permanently stored
- No Tracking: We do not track your browsing history or personal information
Your Rights
- Control: You can enable/disable the extension at any time
- No Account Required: No registration or personal information needed
- Transparency: All processing is done to provide the advertised functionality
Contact
For questions about this privacy policy, contact: damilola@youtubeaddetector.com