Privacy Policy
Last Updated: June 1, 2025
At YouTube Thumbnail Downloader, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Service.
1. Information We Collect
Important: We do not store any YouTube videos, thumbnails, or your download history.
We may collect the following types of information:
- Usage Data: We collect anonymous usage statistics to improve our Service, such as which features are used most frequently
- Technical Information: We may collect browser type, device type, and IP address for analytics purposes
- YouTube URLs: When you paste a YouTube URL to download a thumbnail, we process it in real-time but do not store it
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our Service
- To improve and optimize our Service
- To analyze usage patterns and trends
- To prevent abuse and ensure compliance with our Terms of Service
3. Data Storage and Retention
We do not store:
- YouTube URLs that you process
- Downloaded thumbnails
- Your download history
Analytics data is anonymized and retained for a limited period necessary for business purposes.
4. Third-Party Services
We may use third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics: To analyze how users interact with our Service
- Ad Networks: To display advertisements that support our free Service
These third parties have their own privacy policies governing how they use information.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze usage patterns
- Deliver personalized advertisements
You can control cookies through your browser settings.
6. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access, alteration, or destruction of data. However, no internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
7. Children’s Privacy
Our Service is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through our website.