Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 23, 2025

1. Introduction

ViewHunt ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our YouTube niche finder tool and channel approval services.

2. YouTube API Services

This application uses YouTube API Services. By using ViewHunt, you agree to be bound by the YouTube Terms of Service.

For information about how Google handles your data, please review the Google Privacy Policy.

3. Information We Collect

We collect and process the following types of information:

Public YouTube Data: We collect publicly available YouTube channel information including subscriber counts, view counts, video statistics, and channel metadata through the YouTube Data API v3.
Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, display name, and encrypted password.
Channel Submissions: When you submit channels for review and approval, we collect the channel URLs, your comments, and approval decisions.
Usage Data: We may collect information about how you use our service, including search queries, preferences, and interaction patterns.
Subscription Data: Payment information and subscription status for premium features.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

Provide YouTube niche analysis and channel discovery services
Calculate metrics such as view-to-subscriber ratios and shorts percentages
Process channel submissions and approval workflows
Maintain and improve our service quality
Communicate with you about your account and our services
Process payments and manage subscriptions
Provide customer support and technical assistance

5. Channel Approval and Data Access

Important Notice: When you submit channels for approval through our platform, you acknowledge and agree that:

ViewHunt administrators will have access to review the submitted channel information
Approved channels may be included in our curated database and recommendations
Channel data from approved submissions may be used to improve our algorithm and provide better recommendations to other users
We may contact channel owners or use approved channel data for research and service improvement purposes

By submitting channels for approval, you represent that you have the right to submit such information and consent to its use as described above.

6. Data Storage and Retention

We store YouTube data temporarily to provide our services efficiently. Channel data is automatically refreshed every 60 days to ensure accuracy and compliance. We retain user account information for as long as your account remains active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time.

7. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or share your personal information with third parties except:

When required by law or legal process
To protect our rights, property, and safety, or that of our users
With service providers who assist in operating our platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)
In connection with a business transfer or acquisition
With your explicit consent

8. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

Maintain your login session
Remember your preferences and settings
Analyze usage patterns and improve our service
Provide personalized recommendations

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

9. Your Rights and Choices

You have the right to:

Access your personal information and account data
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
Request deletion of your account and associated data
Withdraw consent for data processing (where applicable)
Export your data in a portable format
Opt out of marketing communications

10. Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These include encryption, secure data transmission, access controls, and regular security assessments.

11. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

12. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our service after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Response Time: We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours.

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