Privacy Policy
Last Updated: 01/08/2025
Hello! I’m a student developer exploring new technologies. I created YouTube Caption Search as a fun, educational project to sharpen my coding skills and share a helpful tool with others.
1. Purpose of This Extension
My primary goal is to provide a simple way for users to search through YouTube captions right on the video page. This project is purely for learning and personal growth; it is not affiliated with YouTube or Google.
2. Information I Collect
2.1 No Personal Data Collected
I do not collect any personal data (such as names, email addresses, or IP addresses). The Extension does not store or transmit any user data to external servers.
2.2 Local Data Processing
All functionality, including searching YouTube captions, takes place locally in your browser. I do not use cookies or tracking technologies.
3. Permissions Required
In order for the Extension to work properly on YouTube, it may ask your browser for the following permissions:
- Host permissions (YouTube domains): So the Extension can access the YouTube page to read and highlight captions.
- Scripting / activeTab: To inject the search functionality directly into the YouTube watch page.
- webNavigation: To detect when you switch between YouTube videos and automatically load the caption search feature.
These permissions are only used to support the Extension’s single purpose. No personal information or browsing data is ever collected or stored.
4. How Data Is Used
The Extension searches for keywords within YouTube captions entirely in your browser. There is no external data transmission or collection.
5. Third-Party Services
The Extension does not use or integrate with third-party services. No data is sold, traded, or otherwise transferred to outside parties.
6. Data Security
Because no data is collected or stored, there is no risk of third-party interception or breaches through this Extension.
7. Children’s Privacy
I do not knowingly collect or store information from children under the age of 13. Given that no data is collected, there’s no method of identifying any underage user.
8. Changes to This Policy
As I continue learning and improving, I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted in the Extension listing or on my GitHub (or website). You’re encouraged to review the Policy periodically to stay informed.
9. Contact Me
If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions about this Privacy Policy or the Extension, feel free to reach out at:
snigdha2210@gmail.com
By installing and using YouTube Caption Search, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.