Privacy Policy for CueTube

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Last updated: 2025-12-22

Mikhail Galkov (“we”, “our”, or “us”) operates the website https://cuetube.org/ (the “Service”).

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect user information when you use our Service, including Google OAuth authentication and YouTube Data API access.

1. Information We Collect

a. Google Account Information

When you sign in using Google OAuth, we may collect:

  • Your Google account ID
  • Basic profile information (such as name and email address)

This information is used only for authentication and account identification.

b. YouTube Data

Our application uses YouTube Data API (read-only) to:

  • Search for songs and videos on YouTube
  • Display public YouTube content (titles, thumbnails, video IDs)

We do not:

  • Upload videos
  • Modify user data
  • Access private playlists
  • Post on behalf of users

2. How We Use Information

We use collected data solely to:

  • Authenticate users via Google OpenID
  • Allow users to search and view YouTube content
  • Improve app functionality and user experience

We do not use Google user data for advertising, profiling, or resale.

3. Data Storage and Retention

  • We do not permanently store YouTube user data
  • Authentication tokens are stored securely and only as long as needed
  • Users may revoke access at any time via their Google Account permissions

4. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share Google user data with third parties.

Data is only accessed internally for application functionality and only within the scope permitted by Google OAuth.

5. Google API Services Disclosure

Mikhail Galkov’s use of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

6. User Control and Data Deletion

Users can:

7. Security

We implement reasonable security measures to protect user data from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, contact us at: