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Privacy Policy

Last updated: November 12, 2024

Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services. By accessing or using Videnly, you agree to the terms outlined in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:

  • Personal Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, username, and, if you log in with Google, we may also collect your Google account avatar.
  • Usage Data: Information about your interactions with our services, including IP address, browser type, device information, and site usage patterns. We use tools like Google Analytics to process this data.
  • Cookies and Tracking Data: We use cookies and similar technologies to track activity on our service and store information about your preferences and interactions.
  • Log Data: Automatic logging of information, including pages visited, timestamps, device details, and diagnostic data.

2. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

  • Consent: By creating an account or using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in this policy.
  • Contract Performance: Processing your data is essential to fulfilling our service agreements with you.
  • Legitimate Interests: We process data to improve our services and enhance security, while balancing this with your rights.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data for the following purposes:

  • To operate and maintain our services.
  • To inform you of updates or changes to our services.
  • To facilitate interactive features within our platform.
  • To provide customer support and improve service delivery.
  • To analyze usage and optimize performance.
  • To detect, prevent, and address fraud or technical issues.
  • To send you promotional materials, which you can opt out of at any time.

4. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may, however, share your data in specific situations:

  • Service Providers: Third-party providers who assist with services like analytics, email communication, and customer support.
  • Legal Requirements: Disclosure may occur to comply with legal obligations, such as court orders, subpoenas, or regulatory mandates.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale, personal information may be transferred.
  • Protection of Rights: Disclosure may occur to protect the rights, property, or safety of Videnly, our users, or others.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to provide services, comply with legal requirements, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements. Data collected via YouTube API Services is stored temporarily, no longer than 30 days, in compliance with YouTube’s policies.

6. Security of Your Information

We implement security measures to protect your personal data from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no system is fully secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. International Data Transfers

Your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside of your jurisdiction, where data protection laws may differ. We take steps to ensure data transfers comply with applicable laws.

8. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:

  • Access: Request access to the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your data under specific conditions.
  • Restriction: Request that we restrict processing of your data under certain conditions.
  • Objection: Object to processing of your data under certain conditions.
  • Data Portability: Request transfer of your data to another entity.

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at contact@videnly.com.

9. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and tracking technologies to improve your experience on our site. You can manage cookie settings through your browser, but disabling cookies may impact functionality.

10. Children's Privacy

Videnly does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us immediately.

11. Third-Party APIs and Data Usage

Videnly integrates with the following APIs to provide enhanced services:

  • Google OAuth: We use Google OAuth to allow secure logins and access to certain Google data. Information accessed includes email and avatar, as necessary to provide functionality.
  • YouTube Data API: Videnly integrates the YouTube Data API to enable publishing and managing content on your YouTube channel. By using these services, you agree to YouTube’s Terms of Service and Google’s Privacy Policy.

For details on YouTube’s policies, see the YouTube API Services Terms of Service.

12. Data Deletion and User Control

Users can revoke Videnly's access to their YouTube data through the Google Security settings page at https://security.google.com/settings/security/permissions. We provide a straightforward process for data deletion upon user request, and users maintain control over how their data is used and shared.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Videnly may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page, and we advise you to review the policy regularly to stay informed.

14. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@videnly.com.