Privacy Policy
Your data stays with you. Always. Learn about FilterTube's privacy-first approach.
Last Updated: December 2024
Our Privacy Commitment
FilterTube is built on a simple principle: your privacy is non-negotiable. We believe that effective content filtering shouldn't come at the cost of your personal data or browsing privacy.
Privacy-First Architecture
FilterTube processes all data locally in your browser. We have no servers collecting your information, no analytics tracking your behavior, and no way to access your browsing data. This isn't just a policy—it's how we've architected the entire system.
Our Privacy Principles
These principles guide every decision we make about FilterTube's development and operation.
Local Processing Only
All filtering happens exclusively in your browser. FilterTube never sends your browsing data, filter settings, or any personal information to external servers.
Zero Data Collection
We don't track, collect, store, or transmit any user data. Ever. No analytics, no telemetry, no usage statistics.
No Third Parties
FilterTube contains zero analytics, trackers, or advertisements. We don't work with data brokers or advertising networks.
Open Source Transparency
Our entire codebase is open source and available for review. You can verify exactly what FilterTube does and doesn't do.
Secure by Design
Built with security and privacy as core principles, not afterthoughts. Minimal permissions and isolated execution environments.
Complete User Control
You own your filters and configuration completely. Export, import, or delete your settings at any time.
Technical Privacy Details
What FilterTube Does
- ✓Processes YouTube content locally in your browser
- ✓Stores your filter settings in browser local storage
- ✓Operates entirely offline after installation
- ✓Uses minimal browser permissions
What FilterTube Never Does
- ✗Send data to external servers
- ✗Track your browsing or viewing habits
- ✗Collect analytics or usage statistics
- ✗Share data with third parties
- ✗Store data in the cloud
Browser Permissions Explained
FilterTube requests minimal browser permissions to function. Here's exactly what each permission is used for:
Access to youtube.com
Why needed: To read and filter YouTube content on the page.
What we do: Process video titles, descriptions, and metadata for filtering.
What we don't do: Access your account information, watch history, or personal data.
Local Storage
Why needed: To save your filter settings between browser sessions.
What we do: Store your keywords, channel filters, and preferences locally.
What we don't do: Send this data anywhere or access other extensions' data.
Minimal Permissions Policy
Privacy FAQs
Common questions about FilterTube's privacy practices and data handling.
What data does FilterTube collect?
FilterTube collects zero data. All filtering happens locally in your browser, and no information is ever sent to external servers.
Does FilterTube track my browsing habits?
No. FilterTube has no analytics, telemetry, or tracking capabilities. We have no idea what you watch, filter, or do with the extension.
Are my filter settings stored online?
No. All your filter settings are stored locally in your browser's secure storage. They never leave your device unless you explicitly export them.
Does FilterTube work with ad blockers?
Yes. FilterTube is compatible with ad blockers and other privacy extensions. We don't interfere with other privacy tools.
Can FilterTube see my YouTube account information?
No. FilterTube only processes the content that YouTube displays on the page. It cannot access your account information, watch history, or private data.
How can I verify FilterTube's privacy claims?
FilterTube is completely open source. You can review our code on GitHub to verify that we do exactly what we claim and nothing more.
What happens if I uninstall FilterTube?
When you uninstall FilterTube, all local data is automatically removed from your browser. Since we don't store data externally, there's nothing else to delete.
Does FilterTube comply with privacy regulations?
Yes. Since FilterTube collects no data, it automatically complies with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations. There's no data to regulate.
Legal Information
Data Controller
Since FilterTube collects no personal data, there is no data controller in the traditional sense. All data processing happens locally on your device under your control.
Compliance
FilterTube automatically complies with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations because we collect no personal data. There are no data subject rights to exercise because there is no data to access, correct, or delete.
Trademark Notice
YouTube™ and YouTube Kids™ are trademarks of Google LLC. FilterTube is not endorsed by, affiliated with, or sponsored by Google LLC.
Changes to This Policy
Since FilterTube's privacy practices are built into its architecture, this policy is unlikely to change. Any updates will be posted on this page and in our GitHub repository.
Questions About Privacy?
We're committed to transparency about our privacy practices. If you have questions or concerns, we're here to help.