Privacy Policy

LaunchLens ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service, including our website, mobile applications, and YouTube optimization tools.

By using LaunchLens, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our service.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information

  • Email address
  • Name (when provided)
  • Feedback and support messages

YouTube Data

  • Video metadata (titles, descriptions, tags, view counts)
  • Video transcripts and captions
  • Channel information (name, subscriber count)
  • YouTube OAuth tokens (securely stored and encrypted)

Usage Information

  • IP address
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Analytics data (page views, feature usage)
  • Timestamps of actions

1.5 Google User Data

When you connect your YouTube account through Google OAuth, we collect:

YouTube Channel Information

  • Channel ID, name, and description
  • Subscriber count and channel statistics
  • Channel branding and profile information

Video Data

  • Video titles, descriptions, and tags
  • Video transcripts and closed captions
  • View counts, upload dates, and engagement metrics
  • Thumbnail images and video metadata

Google Account Information

  • Email address and display name
  • Google profile information
  • OAuth access and refresh tokens (encrypted)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Generate optimized metadata (titles, descriptions, tags) for your YouTube videos
  • Provide, maintain, and improve LaunchLens functionality
  • Respond to your support requests and feedback
  • Send service updates and product announcements (if you've opted in)
  • Analyze usage patterns to improve user experience
  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

3. Third-Party Services

We work with trusted third-party services to provide LaunchLens. These partners are bound by data protection agreements and process data only as instructed by us:

OpenAI

Processes video transcripts to generate optimized metadata. Data is not used for AI training.

Firebase (Google)

Provides authentication, database, and hosting services. Subject to Google's privacy standards.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Stores videos temporarily for processing. All data is encrypted and automatically deleted after processing.

Google OAuth

Enables secure YouTube account connection. We only request read-only access to your public video data.

Google Services Integration

LaunchLens integrates with Google services including YouTube API and Google OAuth. Your use of these services is also governed by Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Google User Data Sharing Disclosure

We share Google user data with the following third-party services:

OpenAI

Receives: Video transcripts, titles, descriptions for AI optimization

Purpose: Generate improved metadata suggestions

Retention: Data not used for AI training per our agreement

Firebase (Google Cloud Services)

Receives: Google account data, OAuth tokens, processed metadata

Purpose: Secure authentication and data storage

Governed by: Google's privacy standards and policies

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Receives: Video files temporarily for audio extraction

Purpose: Generate transcripts when YouTube captions unavailable

Retention: Automatically deleted within 24 hours

Google YouTube API

Receives: OAuth tokens for authorized API access

Purpose: Retrieve your video data and channel information

Scope: Read-only access to public video content

4. Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Portability

You can request a copy of all personal data we have about you by contacting support@launchlens.tech.

Correction

You can update your information through your account settings or by contacting us.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time. Note that some information may be retained for legal compliance.

Revoke YouTube Access

You can revoke LaunchLens's access to your YouTube account at any time through your Google Account permissions.

Opt-Out

You can unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in any email or by contacting us. You can also disable analytics tracking in your account settings.

California Residents: You have additional rights under the CCPA, including the right to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information (we do not sell your data).

5. Data Retention and Security

Retention

  • Account data: Retained until you delete your account
  • Video processing data: Deleted within 24 hours after optimization
  • Support messages: Retained for up to 2 years
  • Analytics data: Retained for up to 1 year

Google User Data Retention

  • OAuth tokens: Retained until you disconnect your Google account
  • Video metadata cache: 7 days for optimization performance
  • Processing data (AWS): Deleted within 24 hours
  • Account information: Retained until account deletion

Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Secure data centers with physical security

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

6. Children's Privacy

LaunchLens is not intended for use by children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will promptly delete it.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" above. For significant changes, we may also notify you by email.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Email: support@launchlens.tech

Website: https://launchlens.tech

10. Google API Services Compliance

LaunchLens's use and transfer of information received from Google APIs adheres to the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements. We:

  • Only request the minimum scopes necessary for functionality
  • Do not sell or share Google user data with third parties for advertising
  • Use Google user data solely for providing and improving LaunchLens services
  • Maintain appropriate security measures for Google user data
  • Provide users control over their Google account connections

You can revoke LaunchLens's access to your Google account at any time through your Google Account permissions at https://myaccount.google.com/permissions.

This Privacy Policy complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and is designed to meet the requirements of the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.