Cookie Policy
Effective Date: August 19, 2025
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit YTidy. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our service.
How We Use Cookies
YTidy uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Authentication: To keep you signed in to your account
- Preferences: To remember your settings like theme (dark/light mode)
- Security: To help protect your account and data
- Analytics: To understand how you use YTidy and improve our service
- Performance: To optimize loading times and functionality
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for YTidy to function properly:
- Session cookies for authentication
- Security cookies to prevent fraud
- Load balancing cookies
Functional Cookies
These cookies enhance your experience:
- Theme preferences (dark/light mode)
- Language settings
- View preferences (grid/list/compact)
- Folder organization preferences
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand usage patterns:
- Google Analytics for usage statistics
- Performance monitoring cookies
- Error tracking cookies
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services:
- Google: For authentication and YouTube API services
- Stripe: For payment processing (Premium users only)
- Google AdSense: For displaying ads (Basic users only)
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, YTidy uses browser local storage to save:
- Your folder organization
- Subscription data
- Channel ratings
- Watch later videos
- Application preferences
This data is stored locally on your device and synced with our servers when you're signed in.
Managing Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Block all cookies (may affect functionality)
- Delete existing cookies
- Allow cookies from specific sites only
- Browse in private/incognito mode
Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of YTidy, including signing in to your account.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Effective Date" above.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: