Effective date: March 12, 2026
1. Introduction
Podstr (podstr.cc) is a browser extension that translates video subtitles into any language using AI models. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and what rights you have.
2. What data we collect
| Data |
When |
Where it goes |
Purpose |
| Subtitle text (.vtt) |
When starting a translation |
OpenRouter API (your key) |
AI translation |
| Page title |
When saving a translation |
podstr.cc |
Catalog navigation |
| Page URL |
When saving a translation |
podstr.cc |
Episode identification |
| Translation language |
During translation |
OpenRouter API, podstr.cc |
Translation parameter |
| AI model name |
During translation |
OpenRouter API, podstr.cc |
Model selection, ranking |
| Email address |
On sign up / sign in |
api.podstr.cc |
Authentication, subscription management |
| Session token |
On sign in |
Extension local storage |
Session persistence |
3. What we do NOT collect
- Your OpenRouter API key — stored only locally in chrome.storage.local, never sent to our servers
- Browsing history — the extension does not track visited pages
- Name, IP address — not collected or stored
- Video or audio — the extension only works with subtitle text
- Cookies and localStorage of other sites
4. Third-party services
- OpenRouter (openrouter.ai) — API for LLM translation. You enter your own key. See OpenRouter's privacy policy.
- api.podstr.cc — service backend. Stores translated subtitles, account emails and subscription data. Does not store payment details (handled by Paddle).
- Paddle (paddle.com) — payment processing for Pro subscriptions. Handles payment data (card, billing address). See Paddle's privacy policy.
5. Data storage
- Local cache: chrome.storage.local (up to 10 MB). Automatic management with LRU eviction. Deleted when the extension is uninstalled.
- Server cache (podstr.cc): translations are stored indefinitely to speed up repeat requests. Contains no personal data.
- Account data: email and session token are stored in chrome.storage.local. Deleted on sign out or extension uninstall.
6. Permissions
host_permissions: https://*/* — downloading subtitle segments (.vtt) from video service CDNs. Domains are dynamic and unpredictable.webRequest — detecting subtitle playlists (.m3u8) in HTTP traffic.storage — local translation cache and settings.webNavigation — detecting navigation on SPA sites (YouTube).sidePanel — extension interface in Chrome's side panel.
7. Your rights
- Delete local cache: chrome://extensions/ → extension storage
- Uninstall the extension — all local data will be deleted
- Request deletion of your data from our servers: email us at the address below
8. Children
The extension is not intended for children under 13. We do not collect data that could identify a child.
9. Changes to this policy
We may update this policy. The effective date will be updated. The current version is always available on this page.
10. Contact
For privacy questions: privacy@podstr.cc