Privacy Policy for Watch YouTube Sidebar
Last Updated: January 2, 2026
Overview
Watch YouTube Sidebar (“the Extension”) is a browser extension that allows users to view YouTube content in a side panel. This privacy policy explains how the Extension handles user data.
Data Collection
What We Collect
We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal data.
The Extension:
– Does not collect personal information
– Does not track browsing history
– Does not collect analytics or usage data
– Does not require user accounts or login
Local Storage
The Extension may use Chrome’s local storage API to save user preferences (such as settings). This data:
– Is stored locally on your device only
– Is never transmitted to external servers
– Can be cleared by uninstalling the Extension
Third-Party Services
YouTube
The Extension displays YouTube content within a side panel. When using the Extension:
– You interact directly with YouTube’s website
– YouTube’s own privacy policy applies to your use of their service
– Any data YouTube collects is governed by https://policies.google.com/privacy
Advertisements
The Extension displays advertisements in the side panel. These ads:
– Are served as static images with links
– Do not use tracking cookies or pixels
– Do not collect personal information
– May link to external websites (third-party privacy policies apply when visiting those sites)
Permissions Explained
| Permission | Why It’s Needed |
|—————————-|—————————————|
| sidePanel | To display the YouTube side panel |
| storage | To save your preferences locally |
| tabs | To open links in new browser tabs |
| scripting | To initialize the side panel |
| declarativeNetRequest | To enable YouTube content display |
| Host permissions (YouTube) | To access and display YouTube content |
Data Security
Since we do not collect personal data, there is no personal data at risk. All user preferences are stored locally on your device using Chrome’s secure storage APIs.
Children’s Privacy
The Extension does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13. The Extension simply provides access to YouTube, which has its own age restrictions and policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected in the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy.
Your Rights
Since we don’t collect personal data, there is no personal data to access, modify, or delete. You can uninstall the Extension at any time to remove all locally stored preferences.
Contact
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or the Extension, please contact:
Email: admin@d4kw3b.com
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Summary
– We don’t collect your data
– We don’t track you
– We don’t sell anything
– YouTube’s privacy policy applies when using YouTube
– Ads are static images, no tracking