Video Snapper Privacy Policy

Video Snapper (“we”, “our”, or “us”) is a privacy-focused online service created to allow users to download publicly available videos, reels, shorts, posts, audio tracks, and thumbnails from supported social media platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and X (Twitter). This Privacy Policy explains in detail how information is collected, processed, used, protected, and disclosed when you access or use the Video Snapper website and its tools (collectively, the “Service”). This Privacy Policy forms an integral part of our Terms of Service, and by using Video Snapper, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the practices described herein.

Service Design and Privacy Philosophy

Video Snapper is intentionally engineered to function without user registration, login credentials, or persistent user identifiers. The Service is built around the principle of data minimization, meaning we only process information that is strictly necessary to deliver the requested functionality. We do not build user profiles, track long-term usage behavior, or associate technical data with identifiable individuals. Our goal is to provide a fast, reliable, and simple experience while maintaining the highest reasonable standards of user privacy.

No Account Registration or User Profiles

The Service does not require account creation, authentication, or identity verification. Users can access all core features without providing names, email addresses, phone numbers, or social media credentials. Because no accounts exist, Video Snapper does not maintain personal dashboards, usage histories, or stored preferences tied to individual users. This approach significantly reduces the risk of personal data exposure.

Information You Actively Provide

When using Video Snapper, the only information you actively submit is a publicly accessible content URL that you choose to paste into the input field. This URL is processed in real time for technical analysis purposes, including platform detection, metadata retrieval, preview thumbnail generation, quality detection (such as 360p, 720p, 1080p, or HD), and the preparation of download options such as MP4 video, MP3 audio, or WEBP thumbnail files. Submitted URLs are processed temporarily in server memory or transient system logs and are automatically discarded once the requested operation is completed. Video Snapper does not store, archive, index, or reuse submitted URLs or generated download data.

Automatically Collected Technical and Usage Data

To ensure the proper operation, stability, and security of the Service, Video Snapper automatically collects limited technical and usage-related information when you access the website. This may include your IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, screen resolution, approximate location derived from IP (country or region only), request timestamps, referrer URLs, error logs, and language or locale preferences. This information is used exclusively for technical purposes such as routing requests, preventing abuse or automated misuse, diagnosing system errors, optimizing performance, ensuring compatibility across devices, and delivering a localized user interface. This data is not used to identify you personally and is analyzed only in aggregated or anonymized form.

Bulk Download and Queue Processing

When you use features such as the bulk downloader, which allows multiple links to be processed in a single session, the submitted URLs are handled sequentially within a temporary processing queue. These queues exist only for the duration of the active session and are automatically cleared once processing is complete or the session expires. No historical record of bulk download activity is retained.

Clipboard Detection and Smart Paste Features

Video Snapper may support smart clipboard detection, particularly on mobile devices, to enhance usability by suggesting the pasting of supported video links. This functionality operates entirely within the local browser environment and does not transmit clipboard contents to our servers unless you explicitly paste a link into the input field. Clipboard data is not stored, logged, or analyzed beyond the immediate request initiated by the user.

Cookies and Local Storage Technologies

Video Snapper uses a limited set of cookies and similar technologies, such as local storage or session storage, to support essential website functions. These technologies may be used to maintain session continuity, manage load balancing, remember language preferences, store temporary UI states, and collect aggregated analytics data. Essential cookies are required for the Service to function correctly, while non-essential cookies, where applicable, are used only to improve performance and user experience. Video Snapper does not use cookies to track users across unrelated third-party websites or to build behavioral advertising profiles.

Analytics and Performance Measurement

We may use privacy-conscious analytics tools to understand how the Service is used, including which features are accessed, how long pages take to load, and where errors may occur. Analytics data is collected in aggregated form and is used solely to improve speed, reliability, interface design, and feature effectiveness. We do not use analytics systems to identify individual users or monitor personal browsing behavior.

Advertising and Monetization Practices

Video Snapper is supported through advertising to allow free access to its features. Advertisements displayed on the website may be served by third-party advertising partners, including Google Ads. These partners may use cookies or similar technologies to deliver advertisements, measure campaign effectiveness, limit ad frequency, and prevent fraud. Video Snapper does not share personally identifiable information with advertisers and does not control how third-party advertising cookies operate. Users may manage ad preferences through their browser settings or the relevant advertising provider’s controls.

Interaction with Third-Party Platforms

The Service processes only publicly accessible URLs from supported third-party platforms. Video Snapper does not access private accounts, restricted content, or user credentials on any external platform. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or X. Each platform maintains its own privacy policies and terms of service, and users are solely responsible for ensuring that their use of downloaded content complies with applicable laws and platform rules.

User Responsibility and Lawful Use of Content

Users acknowledge and agree that they are solely responsible for ensuring they have the legal right, ownership, authorization, or permission to access, download, use, store, modify, or redistribute any content obtained through the Service. Video Snapper does not verify ownership, licensing status, or permissions related to third-party content. Users must comply with all applicable copyright laws, intellectual property regulations, platform terms of service, and local, national, or international laws when using the Service.

No Endorsement of Copyright Infringement or Illegal Activity

Video Snapper does not promote, encourage, support, or endorse copyright infringement, piracy, or the unauthorized distribution of protected content. The Service is provided solely as a technical tool for processing publicly accessible links. Any misuse of the Service for unlawful purposes is strictly prohibited and is the sole responsibility of the user. Video Snapper disclaims any liability arising from the misuse of the Service in violation of applicable laws or third-party rights.

Data Retention Practices

Video Snapper follows strict data retention limits. Submitted URLs and generated download data are discarded immediately after processing. Technical logs and security-related records are retained only for as long as necessary to ensure system integrity, investigate abuse, or comply with legal obligations. Aggregated analytics data may be retained for longer periods for performance analysis and service improvement, but such data cannot be used to identify individual users.

Data Security Measures

We employ reasonable administrative, technical, and organizational safeguards to protect information processed through the Service. These measures include encrypted HTTPS connections, firewall-protected servers, rate limiting, monitoring for suspicious activity, and restricted internal access controls. While we strive to protect all data handled by Video Snapper, no method of transmission or storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

International Data Processing and Transfers

Video Snapper may operate servers or use infrastructure located in multiple countries. As a result, limited technical data may be processed outside your country of residence. Where such transfers occur, we take reasonable steps to ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Children’s Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under the age of 16, or the minimum age required by applicable law in your jurisdiction. Video Snapper does not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe that a child has provided personal information through the Service, please contact us so that we can promptly investigate and take appropriate action.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights under applicable data protection laws, including the right to request access to information, request correction or deletion, object to certain processing activities, or withdraw consent where applicable. Because Video Snapper does not maintain user accounts or personal profiles, many of these rights can be exercised with minimal delay. Requests may be submitted using the contact details provided below.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in legal requirements, technical operations, security practices, or service features. Any updates will be published on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy or our data practices, you may contact us at info@videosnapper.com

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