YouTube Transcripts

Privacy Policy

Last updated: 1/19/2026

Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our YouTube transcript service. By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information:

  • YouTube video URLs that you submit
  • Transcript data from publicly available YouTube captions
  • Basic usage analytics (page views, errors) for service improvement

We do not require account creation or personal information to use the service.

Public Transcripts

Important: Transcripts generated through our service are public and may be:

  • Accessible to anyone with the transcript link
  • Indexed by search engines
  • Shared by other users

Do not use this service for videos containing sensitive or private information. By generating a transcript, you acknowledge that it will be publicly accessible. This is by design to make transcripts easily shareable and discoverable.

How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Generate and display transcripts
  • Improve our service and fix bugs
  • Display advertisements (ad-supported service)
  • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience

Data Storage and Retention

Transcripts are stored on our servers and may be retained indefinitely. We reserve the right to remove transcripts that violate our terms of service or applicable laws.

Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information:

  • Google AdSense: Displays advertisements and may use cookies for ad personalization
  • YouTube: We access publicly available caption data from YouTube videos

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.

Cookies

We may use cookies for analytics and advertising purposes. You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect service functionality.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request removal of a transcript (contact us via the report page)
  • Opt out of non-essential cookies
  • Discontinue use of the service at any time

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through the Report an Issue page.

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