Privacy Policy
Overview
YourTake is a Chrome extension providing personalized, goal-focused insights from YouTube videos and articles. This policy explains how the service collects, uses, and protects user information.
Information We Collect
1. Profile Information
(Server Stored) (Stored Locally)
- User Goals: Personal and professional objectives
- Role/Position: Current role or field of work
- Areas of Interest: Topics and subjects for focus
- Projects: Current projects in progress
Storage: Information stored locally on device via Chrome's storage API. Data is NOT transmitted to servers.
2. Usage Analytics
Anonymous usage data collected for service improvement:
- Extension Events: Installation, side panel usage, content analysis actions
- Content Interaction: Feature usage (copy insights, expand sections, rate content)
- Performance Data: Analysis success rates and error tracking
- Anonymous Identifiers: Randomly generated IDs to track usage without identifying users
Third Party: Analytics data sent to Google Analytics 4 using their Measurement Protocol.
3. Content Access
- Web Page Content: Publicly available content from articles and YouTube videos selected for analysis
- Tab Information: Current tab URL and title for analysis context
Usage: Content processed locally; sent to analysis service only when explicitly requested.
How We Use Your Information
Profile Information
- Generate personalized insights based on goals and interests
- Filter content relevance to specific needs
- Improve analysis accuracy over time
Usage Analytics
- Understand user interaction patterns
- Identify and fix technical issues
- Improve feature performance and user experience
- Track new feature adoption
Content Data
- Extract relevant insights from videos and articles
- Generate author highlights and key takeaways
- Provide personalized recommendations
Data Sharing and Third Parties
Google Analytics 4
Anonymous usage data shared for:
- Data Shared: Anonymous usage events, feature interactions, error tracking
- Purpose: Service improvement and performance monitoring
- User Identification: No personally identifiable information shared
- Google's Policy: Subject to Google's privacy practices
Content Analysis Service
When requesting content analysis:
- Data Shared: Article text or YouTube transcript, profile preferences
- Purpose: Generate personalized insights and recommendations
- Processing: Content processed but not permanently stored
- Security: Data transmission encrypted via HTTPS
No Sale of Data
The service does NOT sell, rent, or trade personal information to third parties for commercial purposes.
Data Security
Local Storage Protection
- Profile data stored using Chrome's secure storage APIs
- Data encrypted and isolated per browser profile
- No transmission to external servers without explicit user action
Transmission Security
- All external communications use HTTPS encryption
- Anonymous identifiers prevent personal identification
- Minimal data transmission principle applied
Data Retention
Profile Information
- Stored locally until extension removal or browser data clearing
- Under complete user control via Chrome's extension management
Analytics Data
- Anonymous usage data subject to Google Analytics retention policies
- Typically retained for 26 months per Google's terms
Content Analysis
- Processed content not permanently stored
- Analysis results cached locally for improved performance
Your Rights and Controls
Access and Control
- View Profile: Access all stored profile information via extension options
- Edit Profile: Modify goals, interests, and preferences at any time
- Delete Data: Remove extension to delete all locally stored data
Analytics Opt-Out
Currently, usage analytics support service improvement. Future versions may include opt-out options.
Content Analysis Control
- Explicit Consent: Analysis occurs only when clicking "Analyze" buttons
- Content Choice: User controls which content gets analyzed
- Result Management: Delete analysis results anytime by re-analyzing content
Children's Privacy
YourTake is not directed at children under 13. The service does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If awareness of such collection occurs, that information will be deleted.
Changes to Privacy Policy
Updates may occur with:
- Updated "Last Updated" date
- Significant changes communicated via extension updates
- Continued use constituting acceptance of updated terms
Contact Information
Questions about privacy practices:
- Email: get.your.take@gmail.com
- Website: https://yourtake.ai
- Extension Support: Available via Chrome Web Store developer contact
Legal Compliance
The extension complies with:
- Chrome Web Store Developer Program Policies
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) where applicable
Data Controller Information
- Data Controller: Michael Hoeschele
- Location: United States
- Contact: get.your.take@gmail.com
This policy applies specifically to the YourTake Chrome extension. Third-party services (Google Analytics, content analysis APIs) remain subject to their respective privacy policies.
Randomly generated UUID identifiers cannot be traced to individual users.