Overview

RedStasher ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website at redstasher.com and the web application at app.redstasher.com (the "Service"), as well as the RedStasher Chrome extension. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding that information.

RedStasher is intended for adults aged 18 or over. By using the Service you confirm that you meet this age requirement.

Information We Collect

Account information

When you sign in with Google, we receive your email address and display name from Google's OAuth service. We use this solely to identify your account. We do not receive or store your Google password.

Content you save

When you add a video to your library, we store the information you submit:

  • The video URL
  • Title and description (auto-filled from the page or entered manually)
  • Thumbnail URL
  • Tags and collection assignments

This content is stored on our servers and is only visible to you when you are logged in to your account.

Chrome extension

The RedStasher Chrome extension accesses the URL of the current browser tab when you open the extension popup. This URL is used to pre-fill the video URL field and to fetch metadata (title, thumbnail) for that page. The extension stores your authentication token in Chrome's local extension storage (chrome.storage.local) so you remain logged in between sessions. No browsing history is collected or transmitted.

Usage and analytics

The public landing pages (redstasher.com) use Google Analytics to collect anonymised page-view data such as pages visited, general geographic region, and browser type. This helps us understand how people discover the site. The authenticated application (app.redstasher.com) does not include analytics tracking.

How We Use Your Information

  • To create and manage your account
  • To store, retrieve, and display the videos you have saved
  • To authenticate you across sessions (web and Chrome extension)
  • To improve and operate the Service

We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, or any purpose unrelated to providing the Service.

Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

  • Google (Sign-In): Authentication is handled via Google OAuth. Google's privacy policy governs the data you provide during sign-in.
  • Hosting and infrastructure: Our servers are hosted with a cloud provider. Data is processed in accordance with their data processing agreements.
  • Legal obligations: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others.

Cookies and Local Storage

The Service uses a session cookie (rs_auth) to indicate that you are logged in. This cookie contains no personal data — it is a simple flag used to decide whether to redirect you to the app on the landing page.

The Chrome extension stores your authentication token in chrome.storage.local on your device. This data is not synced across devices or accessible to other extensions.

The landing page (redstasher.com) sets Google Analytics cookies for anonymised traffic measurement.

Data Security

All connections to RedStasher are encrypted via HTTPS. Your library is only accessible to authenticated users — no one else can view, search, or access your saved videos. We apply standard security practices to protect data stored on our servers.

No method of transmission over the internet is completely secure. While we take reasonable steps to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain your account data and saved content for as long as your account is active. If you delete a video or collection from your library, it is removed from our servers. If you wish to delete your entire account and all associated data, contact us at the address below.

Your Rights

You have the right to access the personal data we hold about you, request correction of inaccurate data, and request deletion of your account and data. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at privacy@redstasher.com.

If you are located in the European Economic Area or United Kingdom, you may also have rights under the GDPR, including the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Children's Privacy

RedStasher is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect personal information from anyone under 18. If you believe a minor has created an account, please contact us and we will remove it promptly.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at privacy@redstasher.com.