Privacy Policy
Short, clear summary of how we handle data. European GDPR applies.
Controller
YouLearn (project of BitWatt Systems GmbH)
GengerStrasse 6, 40239 Düsseldorf, Germany
Contact (privacy): dataprivacy@youlearn.life
What we (aim to) collect
- No personal information is required to browse playlists and watch embedded videos.
- For viewing efficiency, we may use cookies/local storage (e.g., saving favorites or watched state on your device).
- Support via PayPal is voluntary; PayPal processes your payment data on its own systems.
- Videos are shown using the YouTube IFrame API, which may load content and cookies from YouTube/Google.
YouTube API Compliance Notice
YouLearn uses the YouTube Data API Services to retrieve approved playlist metadata and display videos via the official YouTube IFrame Player. We do not download or re-host videos, and we do not alter or obscure YouTube branding, links, or ads. YouLearn is not endorsed or certified by YouTube or Google.
By watching embedded videos on YouLearn, you are interacting with YouTube’s services. Please review:
Caching of video metadata (e.g., titles, thumbnails) is limited and periodically refreshed. If we ever add Google login (OAuth), we will request only the minimum necessary scopes, clearly explain their use, and honor revocation and deletion requests.
Where data is stored
Any minimal project data (e.g., approved playlist IDs and metadata) is stored in AWS DynamoDB. Your local
preferences (favorites/watched cache) are stored in your browser’s localStorage. We do not sell data.
Cookies & Local Storage
- Essential / functional: store UI preferences such as favorites, watched videos, or panel state.
- Third-party embeds: YouTube may set cookies when videos are played. PayPal may set cookies during donation checkout.
Legal Bases (GDPR Art. 6)
- Art. 6(1)(f) legitimate interest: security, ensuring basic site functionality, showing embedded videos.
- Art. 6(1)(a) consent: if you choose to donate via PayPal, you consent to PayPal processing your payment data.
Your Rights
You may request access, deletion, or restriction of processing of any personal data we hold (if any), and object to processing or request portability. Contact: dataprivacy@youlearn.life.
Third-Party Services
- YouTube (Google Ireland Ltd.) — video delivery via IFrame API.
- PayPal — donation processing (only if you choose to donate).
- AWS — infrastructure hosting (DynamoDB).
Data Retention
We keep only what is necessary for the prototype’s legitimate interests and to provide the service. You can clear local data anytime via your browser (cookies/site data).
Updates
We may update this policy to reflect changes to the prototype. Last updated: .
YouTube™ is a trademark of Google LLC. YouLearn uses the YouTube Data API Services but is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by YouTube or Google.