Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for Y2Tools.net

Last Updated: June 2, 2025

At Y2Tools.net ("we," "us," or "our"), we are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website, https://y2tools.net, and related services, including our YouTube to MP3/MP4 Converter and URL Shortener (collectively, the "Services"). By using our Services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide and improve our Services. The types of information we may collect include:

a. Personal Information

  • User-Provided Information: We do not require account creation or personal details to use our Services. However, if you contact us (e.g., via email or contact form), we may collect:
    • Name
    • Email address
    • Any other information you voluntarily provide
  • User-Generated Content: URLs or data you input into our YouTube to MP3/MP4 Converter or URL Shortener.

b. Non-Personal Information

  • Usage Data: We collect anonymized data about how you interact with our Services, including:
    • IP address
    • Browser type and version
    • Device type and operating system
    • Pages visited and time spent
    • Referring website or search terms
  • Cookies and Tracking Technologies:
    • We use cookies and similar technologies (e.g., web beacons, pixels) to enhance your experience, analyze usage, and serve ads.
    • You can manage cookie preferences via your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality.

c. Third-Party Data

  • Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect anonymized usage data. Google Analytics may use cookies to track interactions. See Google’s Privacy Policy for details.
  • Third-Party APIs: Our Services may process YouTube URLs via third-party APIs (e.g., YouTube Data API). These APIs may collect data per their own privacy policies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and maintain our Services (e.g., process YouTube URLs for conversion or shortening).
  • Improve our website and Services through analytics and user feedback.
  • Respond to your inquiries or support requests.
  • Serve relevant advertisements (if applicable).
  • Detect, prevent, and address technical issues or abuse.
  • Comply with legal obligations.

3. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following cases:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) who assist in operating our Services, bound by confidentiality agreements.
  • Legal Requirements: If required by law, regulation, or legal process (e.g., court order, subpoena).
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred with notice to you.
  • Aggregated Data: We may share anonymized, aggregated data for analytics or marketing purposes.

4. Data Retention

  • User-Provided Information: We retain contact information (e.g., emails) only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiries or as required by law.
  • User-Generated Content: URLs or data input into our Services are not stored permanently and are deleted after processing, except where required for analytics or legal purposes.
  • Usage Data: Anonymized data (e.g., IP addresses, analytics) may be retained for up to 24 months to improve our Services.

5. Your Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location (e.g., EU/EEA under GDPR, California under CCPA), you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request a copy of your personal data.
  • Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Erasure: Request deletion of your data, subject to legal obligations.
  • Restriction: Limit how we process your data.
  • Portability: Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.
  • Objection: Object to processing for specific purposes (e.g., marketing).

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@y2tools.net. We will respond within 30 days (or as required by law).

6. International Data Transfers

Y2Tools.net operates globally, and your data may be processed in countries outside your jurisdiction (e.g., the United States). We ensure appropriate safeguards (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses) for international transfers to comply with data protection laws.

7. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures (e.g., encryption, secure servers) to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Third-Party Links

Our Services may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., YouTube). We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Review their policies before sharing information.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you via email or a website notice. The updated policy will be effective as of the "Last Updated" date.

10. Contact Us

For questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, contact us at:

Email: privacy@y2tools.net