Privacy Policy

1. Who We Are

rtub.cc ("we", "us", "our") is a free online tool that allows users to download videos from Rutube. You can contact us at help@rtub.cc.

2. Information We Collect

We collect minimal data necessary to operate the service:

• Video URLs — URLs you paste into the downloader are processed server-side to fetch available video qualities. We do not store these URLs after your request is completed.
• Usage data — Standard server logs including IP address, browser type, referring page, and timestamp. These logs are used for security monitoring and are retained for up to 30 days.
• Analytics data — We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand aggregate usage patterns such as page views and session duration. This data is anonymised and does not identify individual users.

We do not require registration. We do not collect names, email addresses, or payment information.

3. Cookies and Tracking

We use Google Analytics cookies to collect anonymised statistics about site usage. These cookies do not track you across other websites for advertising purposes. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on or by configuring your browser to block cookies.

We do not use advertising cookies, retargeting cookies, or sell your data to third parties.

4. How We Use Your Information

• To process your video download requests in real time
• To monitor and protect the security and performance of the service
• To understand how users interact with the site (via aggregated analytics)
• To respond to support inquiries sent to help@rtub.cc

We do not use your data for advertising, profiling, or any purpose beyond operating the service.

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We may share data only in the following limited circumstances:

• Service providers — Infrastructure and hosting providers who process data on our behalf under confidentiality obligations.
• Google Analytics — Anonymised usage statistics are processed by Google under their privacy policy.
• Legal requirements — If required by applicable law, court order, or governmental authority.

6. Data Retention

Server logs are retained for up to 30 days and then deleted. Video URLs submitted through the downloader are not stored after your session ends. Anonymised analytics data is retained according to Google Analytics' standard retention settings.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data, including the right to access, correct, or delete information we hold about you. To exercise any of these rights, contact us at help@rtub.cc. Because we collect very limited identifying data, we may not always be able to locate data associated with a specific individual.

8. Children's Privacy

rtub.cc is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us at help@rtub.cc and we will delete it.

9. Third-Party Links

Our service processes content from Rutube (rutube.ru). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of Rutube or any other third-party websites. This policy applies only to rtub.cc.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date at the top. Continued use of the service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

11. Contact

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at help@rtub.cc.