Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to Playlist Guard. This Privacy Policy explains how Playlist Guard ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, stores, and discloses information about you when you use our website (https://www.playlistguard.com/) and services (collectively, the "Service"). This policy is prominently linked on our app homepage and is hosted on our verified domain.

This policy applies specifically to Playlist Guard and includes information required by Google for applications accessing Google user data through OAuth.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

• Full name
• Email address
• Password (encrypted and stored securely)
• Billing address (for tax calculation purposes)

2.2 Payment Information

We use Dodo Payments as our third-party payment processor. We do not store or have access to your complete payment card details. Payment information is provided directly to Dodo Payments, and you agree to their Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

2.3 YouTube & Google Data Access via OAuth

For core functionality, Playlist Guard requests permission to access your YouTube data via Google OAuth 2.0 using the https://www.googleapis.com/auth/youtube.readonly scope. This is a read-only scope; we cannot manage, modify, or delete your YouTube data or account.

Google User Data Collected:

• Playlist information: titles, descriptions, privacy status, video counts (public and private playlists)
• Video metadata: titles, IDs, thumbnails, upload dates, and durations for videos within your playlists
• Playlist structure: ordering and association of videos within a playlist
• Channel details associated with playlists

Google User Data Not Collected:

• We do not collect, modify, or access your YouTube content (outside playlist and video metadata described above)
• We do not upload, edit, or delete videos
• We do not manage account settings, post comments, or view private messages
• We do not access your watch history or unrelated account data

We strictly adhere to Google API Services User Data Policy (including Limited Use requirements). Data collected is only as described above, and only within the explicitly granted scope.

2.4 Usage and Technical Data

We automatically collect:

• Pages visited, timestamps, and session duration
• Referral sources and search terms
• Service usage patterns and feature interactions

2.5 Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics to understand user behavior and improve our Service, including:

• Page views and user flow analysis
• Session duration and engagement metrics
• Geographic distribution of users
• Device and browser analytics
• Feature usage statistics

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Core Service Functionality

• Monitor your playlists and create periodic metadata snapshots to detect deletions and changes
• Backup and maintain historical data for comparison and reporting
• Generate reports on deleted or modified videos

Your Google user data is exclusively used to provide and improve Playlist Guard’s playlist monitoring and reporting features. We do not use Google user data for advertising, profiling, AI training, creditworthiness, or any unrelated analytics.

3.2 Account and Subscription Management

• Subscription payments and free trial management
• Send reminders, billing receipts, and manage renewals/cancellations

3.3 Communications

Transactional Emails (mandatory):

• Account activation, password resets, trial expiration, billing confirmations, and critical updates including (but not limited to) change of privacy policy & terms and conditions.

Promotional Emails (optional, opt-out available):

• Feature updates, tips, offers, and surveys

3.4 Service Improvement and Analytics

• Analyze usage patterns to optimize user experience and identify popular features
• Monitor performance and implement functionality improvements
• Aggregate statistics and business insights

3.5 Legal, Security, and Compliance

• Prevent fraud/abuse and ensure compliance with laws
• Protect quality, reliability, and safety of service
• Maintain audit trails for compliance and legal requirements

4. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services

4.1 Service Providers

We share limited information with essential, trusted third-party providers strictly necessary for service operation:

• Dodo Payments: Payment processing and subscription management
• Google Analytics: Website usage analysis (anonymized aggregate data only)
• Cloud infrastructure providers: Secure hosting and storage

We do not share, transfer, or disclose your Google user data to any third parties for advertising, marketing, or analytics unrelated to Playlist Guard’s functionality. No Google user data is sold or used by data brokers, ad networks, or for credit scoring, AI training, or any other unrelated purposes.

4.2 Google API Services

All Google user data access is explicitly controlled via OAuth consent and limited to the read-only scope you grant.

• We do not share your YouTube data with any third parties except where required to operate core Playlist Guard features (only as described above)
• Data access is strictly limited to providing and improving playlist monitoring service
• Usage of data complies with Google’s Limited Use and API Services User Data Policy

4.3 Legal Requirements and Protection

We may disclose information only as required by explicit legal, court, or governmental mandate, or for safety, rights, or fraud investigations.

• Legal rights and Terms enforcement
• Investigation of fraud or abuse
• Regulatory compliance
• User/public safety

4.4 Business Transfers

In event of merger, acquisition, or sale, information may transfer to the acquiring entity and remain subject to the protections of this policy.

5. Data Security and Protection

We implement industry-standard security protocols:

• Encryption: All data (including Google user data) is protected by SSL/TLS in transit, and sensitive data is encrypted at rest
• Strict access controls and authentication for all data storage
• Continuous monitoring for security threats and vulnerabilities
• Regular audits and penetration testing for security assurance
• Secure cloud infrastructure (reputable providers with robust security)
• OAuth tokens and Google user data stored securely and deleted immediately upon account closure or revocation

We have security procedures and encryption in place specifically to protect the confidentiality and integrity of your Google user data.

6. Data Retention and Deletion

6.1 Account and Personal Data

Personal information is retained while your account is active. Data may be retained longer if required for legal, tax, or regulatory compliance. Upon account deletion, all personal data is removed within 30 days unless legal retention is required.

6.2 YouTube & Google User Data

Playlist backup snapshots and Google user data are retained for as long as your subscription and account remain active, as required for core service functionality. Upon account closure or by request, all Google user data and playlist backups are deleted within 30 days. You may also request deletion of specific YouTube data at any time by contacting support. OAuth access tokens are revoked and deleted immediately if you remove access or delete your account.

6.3 OAuth Access Tokens

Google OAuth access and refresh tokens are stored securely with encryption, deleted upon account deletion or access revocation by the user. No authentication credentials are retained beyond active authorized sessions.

7. Your Rights and Control Over Your Data

7.1 Access and Correction

• View and update your account information through your account settings
• Request a copy of the personal data we maintain about you, including Google user data
• Correct inaccurate information or update your preferences

7.2 Data Portability and Export

• Request an export of your playlist backup and Google user data in a structured format (Excel)
• Download historical playlist snapshots and change reports
• Transfer your data to another service provider if desired

7.3 Data Deletion and Account Closure

• Delete your account and associated Google user data by contacting support
• Request specific data deletion for playlist and Google data while maintaining your account
• All deletion requests are processed within 30 days

7.4 Google Data Access Management

• Revoke access anytime by removing Playlist Guard's authorization from your Google Account settings (myaccount.google.com/permissions)
• Scope limitation: We only access data within the read-only scope you grant
• You have granular control over which playlists are monitored

7.5 Communication Preferences

• Opt-out options for promotional emails
• Change non-essential email frequency
• Transactional/billing emails cannot be disabled

7.6 Cookies and Tracking

• Cookie control through browser settings
• Opt-out options for Google Analytics data collection
• Manage advertising preferences via browser/device settings

8. International Data Transfers and Regional Compliance

Your data may be processed and stored in countries outside your residence, subject to appropriate safeguards and compliance with applicable laws.

• Adequate protections are maintained for all user and Google user data regardless of processing location

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.

Parents may contact support if they believe we have collected information from a child, and we will delete such data immediately.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

Updates to this policy due to changes in practices, legal requirements, or product improvements will be clearly posted with a new “Effective Date”. You will be notified by email for material changes, and prominent website notices will be displayed.

• Material changes will provide 30 days’ advance notice
• Continued use constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

11. Contact Information

For questions, concerns, or requests about this Privacy Policy or our data practices: