Privacy Policy
Effective Date: September 28, 2025
Extension: Distraction Free YouTube
Summary: This extension does NOT collect, store, or transmit any personal data. Everything stays on your device.
Information We Do NOT Collect
- Personal information (name, email, etc.)
- Browsing history or YouTube activity
- Video viewing habits or preferences
- Search queries or clicked links
- Any data that could identify you
Local Storage Only
The extension uses your browser's local storage to remember:
- Focus Mode on/off preference
- Comment visibility settings
- Extension version (for update notifications)
Important: This data never leaves your device and is not accessible to us or any third parties.
No Data Transmission
This extension:
- Does not send data to external servers
- Does not use analytics or tracking
- Does not share information with third parties
- Operates completely offline for all features
Permissions Used
- activeTab: To interact with YouTube pages you're currently viewing
- scripting: To hide/show elements on YouTube
- storage: To remember your preferences locally on your device
Your Control
You can:
- Uninstall the extension anytime (removes all local data)
- Clear browser data to reset extension preferences
- Use the extension without creating any accounts
Updates to This Policy
If we update this privacy policy, we will notify users through extension updates. Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes.
Contact
Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us through the Chrome Web Store listing.
This extension is designed to give users control over their YouTube experience while respecting their privacy completely.