RG Video Downloader Privacy Policy
Last updated: November 24, 2024
Introduction
At RG Video Downloader, we take your privacy seriously. As an open-source project, we believe in complete transparency about how we handle your information. This privacy policy outlines our practices regarding any data that might be collected or processed while using our software.
By using RG Video Downloader, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information Collection
Local Data Storage
RG Video Downloader operates entirely on your local machine. We store the following information locally on your device:
- Download history (video titles and URLs)
- Application settings and preferences
- Temporary download files
This data never leaves your device and is not transmitted to our servers or any third parties.
Crash Reports
If you opt-in to send crash reports, the following anonymous information may be collected:
- Operating system version
- Application version
- Error messages and stack traces
- Steps that led to the crash
How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information solely for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain the core functionality of the downloader
- To improve the application based on anonymous crash reports (if opted-in)
- To save your preferences and download history locally
Open Source Commitment: As an open-source project, our code is publicly available for review. You can verify our privacy practices by examining our source code on GitHub.
Third-Party Services
RG Video Downloader interacts with video hosting platforms to download content. Please note:
- We do not share any of your information with these platforms
- Your usage is subject to the terms and privacy policies of the respective platforms
- We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of the platforms you download from
Data Security
We prioritize the security of your information through:
- Local-only storage of all user data
- No collection of personal identification information
- Regular security audits of our open-source code
- Community-reviewed security practices
Your Rights
As a user of RG Video Downloader, you have the right to:
- Clear your local download history and preferences at any time
- Opt-out of crash reporting
- Access and modify all locally stored data through the application settings
- Review our source code and contribute to privacy improvements
Changes to This Privacy 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 our website
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page
- Providing a notification in the application when applicable
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
- Through our GitHub repository: github.com/rg-downloader
- By creating an issue in our repository
- By email: [email protected]