Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 6, 2026

HideShorts for YouTube (“the Extension”) is a Safari extension designed to improve your YouTube browsing experience by hiding YouTube Shorts, ads, and unwanted recommendation sections. Your privacy is a priority, and this extension is built to be simple, transparent, and respectful of your data.

Information We Collect

• No Personal Data: HideShorts for YouTube does not collect, store, or transmit any personal information.
• No Accounts: The Extension does not require sign-ups, logins, or user accounts.
• No Tracking: We do not track your browsing activity, watch history, or interactions on YouTube.

How the Extension Works

The Extension operates entirely locally in your browser. It modifies the appearance of YouTube pages in Safari by hiding specific interface elements such as Shorts, ads, and recommendation sections. All processing happens on your device.

Data Sharing

We do not sell, share, rent, or disclose any data to third parties. Since no personal data is collected, there is nothing to share.

Data Security

Because HideShorts for YouTube does not collect or store user data, there is no personal information at risk of exposure or misuse.

Third-Party Websites

The Extension interacts with YouTube only to adjust what content is displayed. HideShorts for YouTube is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by YouTube or Google.

Children’s Privacy

The Extension is suitable for all ages and does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13.

Changes to This Policy

This Privacy Policy may be updated occasionally. Any changes will be reflected on this page.

Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us at: hello@appbypt.xyz