Policies, Terms
& Support
Everything you need to know about how WatchTool works, what data it touches, and how to get help — in one place.
1. Who we are
WatchTool is a Chrome browser extension that enhances the YouTube Watch Later playlist experience. It is an independent product and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to YouTube LLC or Google LLC in any way.
2. What data we collect
For free users: nothing. WatchTool does not collect, store, transmit, or process any personal information about free-tier users. Specifically:
- We do not log your YouTube usage, watch history, or browsing activity
- We do not capture your YouTube account credentials or session tokens
- We do not run any analytics, tracking pixels, or telemetry
- We do not send any data to any external server for free-tier functionality
For Pro subscribers: email address only. When you upgrade to Pro, we store your email address on a secure server for one purpose only — to allow Pro licence restoration if you uninstall and reinstall the extension within 30 days while your subscription is still active. We store nothing else: no name, no payment details, no usage data, no YouTube information.
3. What data is stored locally
WatchTool stores a small amount of data in your browser only, on your device, never leaving it — except for the single item marked below:
| Data stored | Where | Why | Deletable? |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-seen date per video ID | chrome.storage.local | Stale video detection | Yes — clear extension data |
| User preferences (sort order, thresholds) | chrome.storage.sync | Persist your settings across Chrome sessions | Yes — clear extension data |
| Pro licence key | chrome.storage.sync | Verify paid status locally without a server call on every page load | Yes — removing extension clears it |
| Video metadata (title, channel, duration) | IndexedDB (local) | Search, sort, session builder, overflow >5k (Pro) | Yes — clear site data in Chrome |
| Email address Pro only | Our secure server | Restore Pro access after reinstall within 30 days of an active subscription. Deleted automatically when your subscription expires or is cancelled. | Yes — email (Pro is not available yet) |
The email address is the only data that ever leaves your device, and only for Pro subscribers. All other data listed above remains entirely on your device at all times.
4. YouTube integration
WatchTool operates by reading and manipulating the YouTube web page that is already loaded in your browser. It uses YouTube's existing interface to perform actions (like removing a video) on your behalf — exactly as if you clicked those controls yourself. It does not use YouTube's official API and does not authenticate separately with Google on your behalf.
5. Payment data & Pro licence restoration
If you upgrade to Pro, payments are processed by LemonSqueezy, a third-party payment processor. WatchTool never sees, stores, or handles your credit card or payment details. All payment data is governed by LemonSqueezy's privacy policy. We receive only a payment confirmation and your email address.
Why we store your email: When you uninstall WatchTool, your local Pro licence key is deleted with the extension's browser data. Without a server-side record, reinstalling would mean losing Pro access even if days remain in your paid subscription. To prevent this, we store your email address on a secure server tied to your active subscription record. When you reinstall and enter the same email, we verify your subscription status and restore Pro access — if and only if your subscription is still active and you are within 30 days of the original uninstall date.
Your email is stored only for licence management. It is never used for marketing, never shared with third parties, and is automatically deleted from our server when your subscription expires or is cancelled. You may also request deletion at any time by emailing xxx@emailxx.
6. Third-party services
WatchTool does not embed any third-party analytics, advertising networks, social widgets, or tracking services. The only external interaction is the optional AI topic grouping feature (Pro), which sends video titles only to an AI model API for clustering. No personal information, no account details, no video content is ever sent. You can also opt to use on-device processing, which sends nothing externally at all.
7. Children's privacy
WatchTool is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect any data from children. If you believe a child has provided data through this extension, please contact us and we will take appropriate action.
8. Changes to this policy
If we make material changes to this privacy policy, we will update the version number and effective date at the top of this page and notify users through the Chrome Web Store update notes. Continued use of the extension after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
9. Contact
Questions about this privacy policy? Contact us at [email protected]
1. Acceptance of terms
By installing or using the WatchTool Chrome extension, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, do not install or use the extension.
2. Description of service
WatchTool is a Chrome browser extension that provides enhanced management tools for the YouTube Watch Later playlist. The extension operates locally within your browser. It is an independent product not affiliated with YouTube or Google.
3. License grant
Subject to these terms, WatchTool grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable licence to install and use the extension for your personal, non-commercial purposes.
Free tier: This licence is granted at no charge and does not expire.
Pro tier: This licence requires a paid subscription ($3.99/month or $33/year) or a one-time lifetime purchase ($59). The licence is personal to you and may not be shared or transferred.
4. Restrictions
You may not:
- Reverse-engineer, decompile, or disassemble the extension
- Redistribute, resell, or sublicense the extension or any Pro licence key
- Use the extension in any way that violates YouTube's Terms of Service
- Attempt to circumvent any licence verification mechanisms
- Use the extension for any automated, bot-like, or bulk commercial activity
5. YouTube and Google
WatchTool is an independent third-party tool. YouTube™ and Google™ are trademarks of Google LLC. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Google or YouTube. Your use of YouTube remains subject to YouTube's own Terms of Service at youtube.com/t/terms.
6. Pro subscription, refunds & reinstatement
Monthly and annual subscriptions are billed in advance and are non-refundable except where required by applicable law. Lifetime purchases are final. If the extension is discontinued within 12 months of a lifetime purchase, a pro-rated refund will be offered.
You may cancel your subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You retain Pro access until the period ends.
Reinstatement after reinstall: If you uninstall WatchTool and reinstall it within 30 days of uninstalling, and your subscription is still active at the time of reinstall, your Pro features will be automatically restored for the remaining days of your subscription period. To trigger restoration, open the extension popup and enter the email address associated with your Pro purchase. Reinstatement is only available within the 30-day window — after 30 days, a new or active subscription is required.
Lifetime subscribers who reinstall within 30 days are restored automatically. Lifetime subscribers who reinstall after 30 days may contact xx@xx.com with their purchase confirmation for manual restoration at no charge.
7. Disclaimer of warranties
WatchTool is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranty of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant that the extension will be uninterrupted, error-free, or that it will meet your requirements. Use at your own risk.
8. Limitation of liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, WatchTool and its developers shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including loss of data, arising from your use of or inability to use the extension.
9. Governing law
These terms are governed by the laws of the jurisdiction in which the developer is registered. Any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration except where prohibited by law.
10. Changes to terms
We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Changes will be communicated via Chrome Web Store update notes. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.
How to install
Compatibility
| Browser | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome (v88+) | ✓ Fully supported | Primary platform — all features |
| Microsoft Edge (Chromium) | ✓ Supported | Install via Chrome Web Store |
| Brave Browser | ⚠ Mostly supported | Brave Shields may interfere — disable for youtube.com |
| Opera / Vivaldi | ⚠ Untested | Should work — not officially supported |
| Firefox / Safari | ✗ Not supported | Different extension system — planned for v2 |
| Chrome on Android | ✗ Not supported | Android Chrome does not support extensions |
Update policy
WatchTool updates automatically through the Chrome Web Store. Updates are released when YouTube changes its interface, when bugs are fixed, or when new features are added. You can see the changelog for each version in the Chrome Web Store listing under "Version History".
Critical fixes (when YouTube breaks the extension with a layout change) are typically pushed within 24–48 hours of discovery.
Uninstalling
To uninstall: right-click the WatchTool icon in your Chrome toolbar → "Remove from Chrome". All locally stored data (preferences, firstSeen dates, local video index) is permanently deleted when the extension is removed. Your YouTube Watch Later list itself is not affected in any way.
Response times
| Issue type | Expected response | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Extension completely broken | Within 24 hours | Highest priority — usually a YouTube DOM change |
| Feature not working as expected | 1–2 business days | Include Chrome version and steps to reproduce |
| Pro billing / licence issue | Within 24 hours | Email with your order ID from LemonSqueezy |
| General question | 2–3 business days | Check FAQ first — likely already answered |
| Feature request | Acknowledged in 1 week | Add to GitHub Discussions for community votes |
Before contacting support
Please try these steps first — they resolve ~80% of issues:
- Refresh the YouTube page (Ctrl+R / Cmd+R)
- Disable other YouTube-related extensions and test again
- Check if you're on youtube.com/playlist?list=WL (not a search result page)
- Make sure Chrome is up to date (Settings → About Chrome)
- Try disabling and re-enabling WatchTool in chrome://extensions
Note: Extension is not yet live so some things related to pro might change in future , we will update the new faq respectively!
Chrome extensions must declare every permission they use. Here is every permission WatchTool requests and exactly why it needs it — nothing hidden, nothing extra.