# Privacy Policy for M3U8 Stream Hub Pro

 ## Overview

 M3U8 Stream Hub Pro is a Chrome extension that plays M3U8/HLS video streams and manages IPTV playlists. Your privacy is important to us. This policy
 explains how we handle your data.

 ## Data Collection

 **We do NOT collect any personal data.** This extension does not collect, transmit, or share any user information with us or any third parties.

 ## Local Data Storage

 The extension stores the following data **locally on your device only** using Chrome's storage API:

 - Stream URLs and metadata you manually add (name, logo, group, resolution)
 - Your filter preferences (search queries, resolution filters, source type filters)
 - Theme selection
 - Stream health status (working/error indicators)
 - Auto-view mode setting

 **This data never leaves your device** and is not accessible to us or anyone else.

 ## External Communications

 The extension connects to external URLs **only when you explicitly provide them**:

 - Fetching M3U playlist files from URLs you enter
 - Playing video streams from URLs you add
 - Checking stream availability (HEAD requests to verify streams are reachable)

 **We do not operate any servers.** The extension does not communicate with any servers owned or operated by us.

 ## Permissions

 - **Storage:** Used to save your streams and preferences locally
 - **Host Permissions (Optional):** Requested only when needed to access stream URLs you provide

 ## Third-Party Services

 This extension does not use any:
 - Analytics or tracking services
 - Advertising networks
 - Error reporting services
 - Any other third-party data collection

 ## Data Security

 All data is stored locally using Chrome's built-in storage API, which is sandboxed and encrypted by the browser.

 ## Data Deletion

 You can delete all stored data at any time by:
 1. Using the "Reset All" button within the extension
 2. Uninstalling the extension
 3. Clearing extension data in Chrome settings (Settings > Privacy and Security > Clear browsing data > Advanced > Extensions)

 ## Children's Privacy

 This extension does not knowingly collect any information from children under 13 years of age.

 ## Changes to This Policy

 We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

 ## Contact

 If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact:
 - Website: https://apoorveverma.com