Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 1, 2026
YTubeStats ("we", "our", "us") operates the YTubeStats platform, a YouTube creator intelligence and analytics service. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect information when you use our service.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 YouTube Data (Public)
We collect publicly available data from the YouTube Data API v3, including:
- Channel information: channel name, description, subscriber count, total view count, video count, country, custom URL, and channel creation date
- Video information: video title, publish date, view count, like count, comment count, duration, and thumbnail URL
- Historical snapshots: daily recordings of channel subscriber and view counts to track growth trends
All YouTube data we collect is publicly available through the YouTube platform. We do not access private or restricted YouTube data, and YTubeStats does not offer any YouTube account sign-in or OAuth connection.
1.2 Usage Data
- Search queries performed on our platform
- Pages and features accessed
- Browser type, IP address, and device information (via server logs)
2. How We Use Your Data
- Analytics dashboards: To display channel statistics, growth trends, video performance, and rankings
- Growth predictions: To generate forecasts and ML-based insights about channel trajectories
- Related creators: To suggest similar channels based on category, country, and content
- Historical tracking: To build growth timelines by saving periodic snapshots of public metrics
- Service improvement: To improve our platform, fix bugs, and develop new features
3. Data Storage and Retention
3.1 Where We Store Data
- Channel and video metadata: PostgreSQL database
- Temporary cache: Redis (data expires automatically, TTL: 5 minutes to 24 hours)
- All data is stored on servers we operate and control
3.2 How Long We Keep Data
- Public YouTube data: Retained as long as the channel remains publicly available on YouTube. Updated regularly via our scheduled refresh jobs.
- Historical snapshots: Retained to provide growth trend analysis. You may request deletion at any time.
- Server logs: Retained for 90 days, then automatically deleted.
We do not sell, rent, or share YouTube data with third parties for advertising or marketing purposes.
4. YouTube API Services
YTubeStats uses the YouTube Data API v3 to access publicly available YouTube data. Our use of YouTube API Services is subject to:
By using YTubeStats, you also agree to be bound by the YouTube API Services Terms of Service and acknowledge the Google Privacy Policy.
5. Your Rights and Choices
5.1 Data Deletion
You have the right to request deletion of any data associated with your use of YTubeStats. To request data deletion:
- Email us at [email protected] with your request
- Specify which data you want deleted (channel data, search history, account data)
- We will process your request within 30 days
5.2 Opt Out
If you are a YouTube channel owner and do not want your publicly available channel data displayed on YTubeStats, contact us at [email protected] and we will remove your channel from our database within 7 business days.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
- Database access controls and authentication
- Regular security updates and patches
- API key rotation and secure credential management
7. Cookies and Local Storage
YTubeStats uses browser local storage only to remember your display preferences (such as dark mode). We do not use cookies for advertising or cross-site tracking.
8. Children's Privacy
YTubeStats is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we make significant changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. Continued use of YTubeStats after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Contact Us