Privacy Policy

Scope

This policy covers the VidBee website (vidbee.org), the VidBee desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux, and related services such as update checks and release downloads.

When you download or subscribe to content from third-party platforms, those providers handle your requests under their own privacy policies.

Data we collect on the website

We collect limited technical and usage data to operate the site and understand traffic.

If you submit feedback through surveys, we collect the information you provide.

• Page views and basic interactions (such as button clicks).
• Device and browser information.
• IP address and referral source.
• Timestamps and basic diagnostic logs.

Data stored locally in the app

VidBee runs locally and stores data on your device. We do not upload your downloads, RSS feeds, or media libraries to our servers.

• Download history and queue state.
• RSS subscriptions and rules.
• App settings and preferences.
• Cached thumbnails and library metadata.

Optional analytics in the app

The app can send anonymous usage analytics if you enable it in Settings.

This helps us prioritize fixes and improvements. You can disable analytics at any time.

• App version and operating system.
• Feature usage events and performance signals.

How we use data

• Provide and maintain the website and app.
• Measure performance and improve features.
• Respond to support requests and feedback.
• Prevent abuse and secure our services.
• Comply with legal obligations.

Legal basis for processing (EEA/UK)

When required by law, we process data based on legitimate interests (site security and product improvement) and consent (optional analytics and surveys).

You can withdraw consent by disabling analytics or closing a survey at any time.

Third-party services

We rely on a small set of service providers to operate the product and distribute releases. These providers may process technical data such as IP address and device details.

We do not sell personal data and do not share it for advertising purposes.

• Rybbit analytics for the website and optional app analytics.
• Formbricks for voluntary feedback surveys.
• GitHub for release hosting, downloads, and update checks.
• Content platforms you choose to access for downloads or RSS feeds.

Cookies and similar technologies

Our analytics and feedback tools may use cookies or local storage to function.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, but some analytics or feedback features may stop working.

Data retention

We keep data only as long as needed for the purposes described above, then delete or anonymize it.

Local app data stays on your device until you delete it or remove the app.

Your rights and choices

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or object to processing of your personal data.

• Disable app analytics in Settings.
• Use browser controls to block cookies.
• Contact us to exercise your rights.

Security and changes

We use reasonable measures to protect data, but no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

We may update this policy from time to time. We will update the date at the top of this page when changes are made.

Contact

If you have questions about privacy or want to exercise your rights, contact the VidBee team.