Overview
This Privacy Policy explains how ClipsAI Studio ("we", "the Service", "the Application") handles information when you use our AI-powered video clipping software.
ClipsAI Studio is designed as a privacy-first, locally-operated application. The core principle is simple: your video content, transcripts, and personally identifiable information stay on your machine unless you explicitly choose otherwise.
Data We Do NOT Collect
The following data is never collected by ClipsAI Studio's developers under any circumstances:
Local Data Processing
When you use ClipsAI Studio in fully local mode (with local Whisper and Ollama), all data processing happens entirely on your machine:
- Video files — Read from your local disk, never uploaded anywhere
- Audio extraction — Temporary
.wavfiles created in your output directory - Transcription — Performed locally by Faster-Whisper on your CPU/GPU
- AI Analysis — Handled by your locally-running Ollama instance
- Clip output — Written to your configured output folder
(
OUTPUT_DIR)
Temporary Files
The application creates temporary files during processing (e.g. audio.wav, raw clip
files, intermediate exports). These are stored in your OUTPUT_DIR and under
/tmp/clipsai in Docker. You are responsible for managing and cleaning these files.
Cloud Services & Data Flow
When you enable cloud-powered features, data leaves your device and is sent to third-party services. Below is a complete breakdown of what is transmitted and when:
| Feature | Data Sent | Destination | Triggered |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groq Whisper Transcription | Audio chunks (MP3, ≤25MB each) | Groq API servers | Optional |
| Groq / OpenRouter LLM | Text transcript (max 5000 chars) | Groq / OpenRouter servers | Optional |
| YouTube Download (yt-dlp) | HTTP request to YouTube servers | YouTube / Google servers | Optional |
| Pyannote Diarization | HuggingFace model download (one-time) | HuggingFace CDN | Optional |
| Local Whisper Model | Model file download (one-time) | OpenAI / HuggingFace CDN | First run |
| Ollama Models | Model file download (one-time) | Ollama model registry | Optional |
Third-Party Providers
When you use cloud features, the following third-party providers process your data under their own privacy policies:
| Provider | Data Processed | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Groq | Audio files, text prompts | groq.com/privacy-policy |
| OpenRouter | Text prompts (LLM queries) | openrouter.ai/privacy |
| HuggingFace | Model downloads (one-time) | huggingface.co/privacy |
| YouTube (Google) | Video stream access | policies.google.com/privacy |
We have no control over and no responsibility for the data practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.
Data Retention
On Your Device
All data produced by ClipsAI Studio is stored locally on your device in the OUTPUT_DIR
you configure. You have full control over this data and can delete it at any time.
Cloud Provider Retention
If you use cloud features, data retention is governed by the respective third-party provider:
- Groq: Does not retain audio or transcription data after processing (refer to their policy for updates)
- OpenRouter: Prompt data retention varies by model provider
- YouTube: Google's data retention policies apply to all interactions
Deleting Your Data
To remove all data produced by ClipsAI Studio:
- Delete the contents of your
OUTPUT_DIR(default:D:\clipsai_outor/app/outputin Docker) - Delete the Whisper model cache in
WHISPER_MODEL_DIR - Delete the
.envorconfig.pyfile containing your API keys - Uninstall the application
Your Rights
Since ClipsAI Studio does not collect personal data, traditional data subject rights (such as those under GDPR or CCPA) do not directly apply to our application. However:
For rights related to data processed by third-party providers (Groq, OpenRouter, etc.), please contact those providers directly using the links in Section 5.
Cookies & Tracking
ClipsAI Studio is a locally-run desktop application (Streamlit). It does not use:
- Browser cookies for tracking or advertising
- Analytics scripts (e.g. Google Analytics, Mixpanel)
- Pixel trackers or fingerprinting
- Session recording tools
Streamlit may use browser localStorage to persist UI state (e.g. session state between
reloads). This data is stored entirely in your browser and is never transmitted externally.
Policy Changes & Contact
9.1 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of ClipsAI Studio after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.
9.2 Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please reach out to us:
Documentation: clipsai.com
We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 30 days.
9.3 Applicable Regulations
If you are in the EU/EEA, this Privacy Policy is intended to comply with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). If you are a California resident, this policy is intended to comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). Given that we collect no personal data, most provisions of these regulations do not apply, but we remain committed to the spirit of data minimization and user privacy.