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HotClips is built for podcasters who want faster clip workflows without surrendering control of their content. This policy explains exactly what data we use, how we use it, and how long it stays.
Last updated: 2026
What we collect
- Account details, such as email and profile settings, so we can protect your workspace.
- Uploaded podcasts, clips, and metadata required to generate and refine highlights.
- Service usage data that helps us improve reliability and performance.
How we use your data
- To run clip extraction, ranking, and export features.
- To keep accounts secure and prevent abuse.
- To improve search, notifications, and product quality.
Retention and deletion
- Account metadata is kept while your account remains active.
- Media files are retained only for product operations.
- You can request deletion or export of your account data from support.
Third-party services and sharing
- We do not sell your personal data.
- We share only what is needed with infrastructure and processing vendors.
- All vendors are selected to meet privacy and security obligations.