Privacy Policy for Internal YouTube Publishing Tool

Last Updated: May 25, 2026

This Privacy Policy applies only to the internal media‑publishing tool ("the App") used by authorized staff of [Your Church Name] to upload videos to YouTube. It does not apply to the church's website, mobile app, or any services provided to the public.

Purpose of This Policy

Google requires applications that use Google OAuth and the YouTube Data API to provide a publicly accessible privacy policy. This page fulfills that requirement for our internal‑use tool.

Information Collected Through the App

Google Account Information

When an authorized staff member signs in with Google, the App receives:

  • Google account ID
  • Email address
  • Access token and refresh token

These are used only to authenticate the user and allow uploads to the church's YouTube channel. The App does not collect Google passwords.

YouTube Upload Data

When a video is uploaded, the App sends the following directly to YouTube:

  • Video file
  • Title, description, and metadata
  • Thumbnail (optional)

The App does not permanently store uploaded video files.

How This Information Is Used

Information collected by the App is used only to:

  • Authenticate authorized staff
  • Upload videos to the church's YouTube channel
  • Manage metadata for uploaded videos

The App does not use this information for analytics, advertising, or any other purpose.

Data Storage & Security

The App stores:

  • A securely encrypted Google OAuth refresh token
  • Minimal metadata required for uploads

We use industry‑standard security practices, including encrypted storage and HTTPS communication. Access is restricted to authorized staff members only. We do not sell, share, or transfer this information to third parties.

YouTube API Compliance

This App uses the YouTube Data API. Authorized users agree to the:

This App complies with the Google API Services User Data Policy, including the Limited Use requirements.

Revoking Access

Authorized users may revoke the App's access to their Google account at any time:

https://myaccount.google.com/permissions

To request removal of stored credentials, contact:
[Church Contact Email]

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy as needed. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy (specific to the internal YouTube publishing tool), contact:

Throggs Nech Community Church
contact@throggsneckcommunitychurch.com