Privacy Policy

Last Updated: July 25, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Downlodr! We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we handle information when you use our video downloading application. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.

Downlodr is a video downloading tool that enables users to download videos from YouTube and hundreds of other mainstream video platforms. Our application is built on the powerful yt-dlp engine and provides features such as multi-platform video downloads, quality selection, simultaneous downloads, and advanced media management capabilities.

Important Note: Downlodr should only be used to download content you are authorized to access. Always respect copyright laws and content creators’ rights when using this application.

By using Downlodr, you consent to the collection and processing of information as described in this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

Unlike many applications, Downlodr does not require you to create an account or provide personal information such as your name, email address, or contact details. However, we do collect certain technical information to ensure the application functions properly and to improve our services.

A. Technical Information Collected Automatically

When you use Downlodr, we automatically collect the following technical information:

Device Information:

  • Device operating system and version
  • Hardware specifications (processor type, memory, storage capacity)
  • Device identifiers and system configuration

Application Information:

  • Browser type and version (for web-based usage)
  • Application version you are using
  • Installation-based User ID (a unique identifier generated when the application is installed)

Usage Data:

  • Payment or financial information, if applicable
  • Content of downloaded videos
  • Download requests and patterns
  • Application performance metrics
  • Error logs and crash reports
  • Feature utilization statistics

B. Information We Do Not Collect

We want to be clear about what we do NOT collect:

  • Personal identifiers such as names, email addresses, or phone numbers
  • Account credentials or login information
  • Personal files or documents
  • Location data
  • Biometric information

3. How We Use Information

We use the collected technical information for the following legitimate purposes:

A. Service Operation and Maintenance

  • Ensuring the application functions correctly across different devices and operating systems
  • Providing technical support and troubleshooting
  • Maintaining application stability and performance

B. Service Improvement

  • Analyzing usage patterns to improve application features
  • Identifying and fixing bugs or technical issues
  • Optimizing download performance and speed
  • Developing new features based on user needs

C. Security and Fraud Prevention

  • Protecting against misuse of the application
  • Preventing technical attacks or system abuse
  • Ensuring the integrity of our download services

D. Legal Compliance

  • Complying with applicable laws and regulations
  • Responding to legal requests or court orders when required
  • Protecting our legal rights and interests

E. Analytics and Research

  • Creating anonymized and aggregated statistics about application usage
  • Conducting research to improve video downloading technology
  • Understanding user preferences for feature development

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We are committed to protecting your privacy and do not sell, trade, or rent your information to third parties. However, we may share information in the following limited circumstances:

A. Service Providers

If necessary and applicable, we may share technical information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in:

  • Cloud hosting and infrastructure services
  • Analytics and performance monitoring
  • Technical support and maintenance
  • Software development and testing

These service providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specified purposes.

B. Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or when we believe in good faith that such disclosure is necessary to:

  • Comply with legal obligations, court orders, or government requests
  • Protect and defend our rights and property
  • Investigate potential violations of our terms of service
  • Protect the safety and security of users and the public
  • Prevent fraud or illegal activities

C. Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the business transaction, subject to the same privacy protections outlined in this policy.

D. Anonymized Data

We may share anonymized, aggregated, or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify individual users for research, analytics, or business purposes.

5. Data Security

We employ commercially reasonable technical, administrative, and organizational measures to safeguard your data, aiming to prevent loss, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. However, it’s important to note that no Internet or email transmission can be guaranteed to be entirely secure or error-free. Therefore, we advise exercising caution when uploading sensitive information via our Service.

While we strive to maintain robust privacy settings and security measures, we cannot be held responsible for circumvention of such settings or measures on our Service or third-party websites.

These measures include:

  • Encryption of data in transit and at rest
  • Regular security assessments and audits
  • Access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel only
  • Secure development practices and code reviews
  • Regular software updates and security patches

However, please note that no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain technical information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Specific retention periods depend on:

  • The type of information collected
  • The purpose for which it was collected
  • Legal and regulatory requirements
  • Legitimate business needs

When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it to prevent unauthorized access.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location and applicable laws, you may have certain rights regarding your information:

A. Access and Information

  • Right to know what information we have collected about you
  • Right to receive information about how your data is processed

B. Correction and Update

  • Right to correct inaccurate or incomplete information
  • Right to update your technical preferences

C. Deletion

  • Right to request deletion of your information (subject to legal and operational requirements)
  • Right to uninstall the application and remove associated data

D. Data Portability

  • Right to receive your information in a structured, machine-readable format (where technically feasible)

E. Objection and Restriction

  • Right to object to certain types of data processing
  • Right to restrict processing in specific circumstances

F. Withdrawal of Consent

  • Right to withdraw consent for data processing (where consent is the legal basis)

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the “Contact Us” section below.

8. International Data Transfers

Downlodr may be used by individuals worldwide, and your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. When we transfer information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Philippine Data Privacy Act Compliance

For users in the Philippines, we comply with the Data Privacy Act of 2012 (Republic Act No. 10173) and related regulations. We act as a data controller for the technical information we collect and process. You have the right to:

  • Be informed about data collection and processing
  • Access your personal data
  • Object to data processing
  • Correct inaccurate data
  • Suspend or withdraw consent
  • File complaints with the National Privacy Commission

10. GDPR Compliance (EU Users)

For users in the European Union, we comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Our legal basis for processing technical information includes:

  • Legitimate interests in providing and improving our services
  • Necessity for service performance
  • Legal compliance requirements

EU users have additional rights under GDPR, including the right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities.

11. Children's Privacy

Downlodr is intended for general audiences and does not knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age (or the applicable age of digital consent in your jurisdiction). If we become aware that we have collected information from a child without proper consent, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Parents and guardians should supervise their children’s internet activities and ensure appropriate use of video downloading tools.

12. Third-Party Content and Services

Downlodr enables downloading from various third-party video platforms. This Privacy Policy does not cover the privacy practices of these third-party services. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of the platforms from which you download content.

Additionally, the content you download may be subject to the privacy policies and terms of service of the original content creators and platforms.

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
  • Notify users of significant changes through the application or our website
  • Provide reasonable notice before changes take effect

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

14. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Website: https://downlodr.com/

For users in the Philippines, you may also contact the National Privacy Commission if you have concerns about our data handling practices.

For users in the EU, you have the right to contact your local data protection authority if you have concerns about our compliance with GDPR.