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Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 7, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Description Deck ("the App", "we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our app to manage and edit YouTube video descriptions and your own comments.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Google / YouTube Account Information

If you sign in using Google, we may access limited information as permitted by you and required for the app's functionality, such as:

  • Your Google account ID
  • Basic profile information (e.g., name, email address)
  • YouTube channel information necessary to manage video descriptions

We only request the minimum scopes required to provide the app's features.

b. User-Provided Content

We may store content you create or manage using the app, including:

  • Video titles
  • Video descriptions and comments authored by you
  • Tags or notes you choose to save

c. Usage Data

We may collect basic usage data to improve the app, such as:

  • App interactions
  • Feature usage
  • Error logs

This data is collected in an aggregated and non-identifiable form where possible.

d. Email Addresses

We collect email addresses when you:

  • Join the waitlist, or
  • Create or use an account after the app launches

Email addresses are collected directly from you.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

  • Connect your Google account to YouTube
  • Provide and operate the app's features
  • Allow you to manage and edit YouTube video descriptions and your own comments
  • Save content you choose to manage in the app
  • Improve app performance and usability
  • Maintain security and prevent abuse

We do not use your data for advertising or marketing purposes.

We use email addresses to:

  • Provide important account-related messages (such as login, security, or service updates)
  • Send product updates, feature announcements, and launch notifications

We do not use email addresses for third-party advertising.

3. YouTube API Services Disclosure

Description Deck uses YouTube API Services. The YouTube Data API v3 is used for the following purposes:

  • Retrieving video information and metadata (titles and thumbnails)
  • Retrieving and updating video descriptions
  • Retrieving and updating comments authored by you on your videos

All data access is limited to the scopes permitted by these APIs. We do not access any data beyond what is necessary to provide our service.

By using the app, you also agree to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service.

Link to Google Privacy Policy

For more information on how Google collects, uses, and protects data, please refer to the Google Privacy Policy.

4. Cookies and Similar Technologies

Description Deck stores, accesses, and collects information directly from your device, including by placing and accessing cookies and similar technologies (such as browser local storage) on your device or browser. We use these technologies for the following purposes:

  • Authentication and session management: cookies keep you signed in and associate your requests with your account
  • Security: cookies help protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) and other abuse
  • App functionality and preferences: similar technologies may be used to remember your settings and improve your experience

In addition, when you sign in with Google, Google may place, access, or recognize cookies or similar technologies on your device or browser as part of the sign-in process. Google's use of this information is described in the Google Privacy Policy.

We do not use cookies or similar technologies for advertising or cross-site tracking.

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies; however, blocking cookies may prevent you from signing in or using certain features of the app.

5. Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your information, including:

  • Secure storage methods
  • Limited access to user data
  • Use of industry-standard security practices

However, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties.

We may share data only:

  • When required by law
  • To comply with legal obligations
  • To protect the rights, safety, or security of users or the app

7. Data Retention and Deletion

We retain your data only as long as necessary to provide the app's services.

Deleting Your Stored Data

You may request deletion of your stored data (including your account information, stored video data, and Google authorization tokens) at any time by:

Upon request, we will delete your stored data, including any data obtained through the YouTube API Services, within a reasonable timeframe (and in any event within 30 days of your request).

Revoking Access via Google Security Settings

In addition to the app's own deletion procedure, you can revoke Description Deck's access to your Google and YouTube data at any time via the Google security settings page at https://myaccount.google.com/connections. Once you revoke access, the app will no longer be able to access your Google or YouTube data.

Email addresses are retained only while your account is active or while you are subscribed to receive updates.

Email Preferences and Deletion

You may unsubscribe from non-essential emails at any time using the unsubscribe link included in our emails.

You may request deletion of your email address and associated data by disconnecting your Google account or contacting us at support@descriptiondeck.com.

8. Children's Privacy

Description Deck is not intended for children under the age of 13.

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us so we can remove it.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted within the app or on our website, with an updated "Last updated" date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, you may contact us at:

Email: support@descriptiondeck.com

App Name: Description Deck