Privacy Policy
Last Updated: February 20, 2025
1. Introduction
Thank you for using our application (“the App”). The primary function of the App is to read aloud comments on YouTube videos and read aloud posts and comments on X (Twitter), and read aloud Zhihu answers, articles and comments.
- For YouTube comments, the App does not require any user login to load and read aloud.
- For X (Twitter) posts and comments, the App includes a basic browser (using WKWebView). Users must log in to X within this browser, and the App will automatically store tokens and cookies locally to load and read X content.
- For Zhihu, if you are not logged in, the data may be incomplete, so it is best to log in. Open the Zhihu URL in the built-in browser, switch to the desktop site, and log in.
This Privacy Policy aims to help you understand how we collect, use, store, share, and protect your personal information. If you have any questions or concerns about this policy, please contact us using the information provided below.
- YouTube Comment Data
- We retrieve publicly accessible YouTube comments via YouTube interfaces or web pages solely for the purpose of reading them aloud.
- You do not need to log in to YouTube, nor provide any YouTube account credentials.
- We do not store or collect any personally identifiable information from YouTube users.
- X (Twitter) and Zhihu Login Data
- When you log in to X (Twitter) within the embedded WKWebView in the App, the X platform provides tokens and cookies, which are stored locally on your device to maintain your login session.
- These tokens and cookies are used only to load and read posts and comments on X and answers, articles, ideas and comments on Zhihu. .
- The App does not transmit or share these login credentials with our servers or any third party.
- App Usage Data
- We currently do not actively collect any usage or analytics data.
- If we decide to collect anonymous usage information in the future, we will inform you before doing so and update this Privacy Policy accordingly.
- If you use your device’s built-in Text-to-Speech (TTS) functionality, that process is managed by your device’s operating system and is not collected or stored by us.
- Reading Aloud Comments and Posts
- Used to retrieve and read YouTube comments, X (Twitter) posts and comments, Zhihu answers, articles, ideas and comments to ensure the core functionality of the application.
- Maintaining Login Sessions
- When you log in to X using the App’s basic browser, locally stored tokens and cookies save you from repeatedly entering your X credentials.
- Not for Advertising or Analytics
- The App does not currently integrate any advertising networks or third-party analytics tools. We do not use your login or comment information for advertising or commercial analytics.
4. Data Storage and Security
- Local Storage
- X (Twitter) tokens and cookies and Zhihu cookies are stored only on your device and are not uploaded to our servers.
- Data Security
- We take reasonable measures to ensure the App does not misuse or leak locally stored information.
- Data Retention
- When you log out of X (Twitter) and Zhihu in the embedded browser or clear the App’s cache, the associated tokens and cookies will be removed.
5. Third-Party Services & Disclaimer
- YouTube
- We have no direct affiliation with YouTube. We only use publicly available data to retrieve comments for reading aloud.
- This App does not represent Google or YouTube and assumes no responsibility for YouTube’s official services.
- X (Twitter)
- We have no direct affiliation with X (Twitter). The basic browser in the App only facilitates user login to load and read X posts and comments.
- The App does not represent X (Twitter) and assumes no responsibility for X’s official services.
- Zhihu
- We have no direct partnership with Zhihu. The basic browser in the application is only used to help users log in and load content.
- This application does not represent Zhihu and does not assume any responsibility for Zhihu’s official services.
- User Responsibility
- While using the App to read comments and posts, you remain subject to the Terms of Service and community guidelines of YouTube and X (Twitter).
6. Children’s Privacy
- The App is not intended for or directed to children under the age of 13 (or other applicable legal ages).
- If you are a minor, we recommend using the App with parental consent or supervision.
7. Changes to This Privacy Policy
- We may update or modify this Privacy Policy from time to time due to changes in law or business requirements. We will notify you of any changes via this page, indicating the effective date at the top under “Last Updated.”
- Please review this page periodically to stay informed of any updates.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:
- Email: jly123m1@gmail.com
- GitHub: https://github.com/skelet8801/Speak-Comments/tree/main
Thank you for reading and agreeing to this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these terms, please discontinue using the App.