SkipPlay Privacy Policy: Transparent, Private, and Secure
Your privacy is non-negotiable. SkipPlay is built from the ground up to operate without cross-site tracking cookies, behavioral profiling, or advertising networks. Read our plain-English privacy policy.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Zero Tracking Cookies
SkipPlay never places tracking cookies or advertising pixels on your browser.
Local Storage by Default
Your watch history, sleep timer preferences, and settings remain solely on your device.
Optional Private Sync
If you choose cloud sync, accounts are secured via passwordless email codes without passwords.
Method Comparison: SkipPlay vs Other Solutions
See how SkipPlay delivers premium playback compared to expensive subscriptions and fragile browser extensions.
| Feature | SkipPlay (Web) | YouTube Premium | AdBlock Extensions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Video Ads (Pre & Mid-roll) | ✓ Completely Blocked | Ad-free ($13.99/mo) | Frequently detected & blocked |
| In-Video Sponsor Segments | ✓ Auto-Skipped (SponsorBlock) | Still present (Manual skip) | Requires extra extension |
| Mobile Background Audio | ✓ Supported (iOS & Android) | Included in paid subscription | Breaks on mobile browsers |
| Smart TV Web Browser | ✓ Yes (Runs in TV browser) | Requires app login | Unsupported on TVs |
| Account / Login Requirement | ✓ Zero (No login required) | Google Account required | Google Account required |
| Monthly Subscription | $0 (100% Free Forever) | $13.99 – $22.99 / mo | Free |
Plain-English Data Protection Principles
Local Data Storage: When you stream videos on SkipPlay, your watch history and recently played lists are stored in your browser localStorage and IndexedDB. This data never touches our servers unless you explicitly sign in to cloud sync.
No Personal Profiling: We do not track your IP address, build advertising profiles, or monitor your browsing behavior across other websites.
Minimal Server Logging: Our Edge network servers log standard transient HTTP requests strictly for DDoS protection and rate limiting, purged automatically.
Third-Party Media Embeds: Video audio and visual streams are served through official YouTube embed frames. You interact with video content without loading advertising scripts.
Full GDPR and CCPA Compliance
Because SkipPlay does not collect personal identifiers, sell personal information, or utilize commercial tracking beacons, it complies fully with the European Union GDPR and California CCPA privacy regulations.
Users maintain complete sovereignty over their data: clearing your browser cache instantly erases all local watch history.
Passwordless Authentication Architecture
To prevent password leaks and credential stuffing attacks, SkipPlay optional cloud sync utilizes cryptographic 6-digit one-time email codes. We never store or manage user passwords.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does SkipPlay sell my data?
Never. We have zero advertising partners and do not sell data.
Are my video searches tracked?
No, search queries are executed directly without profiling.
How do I delete my watch history?
Click "Clear History" in the recent history panel, or clear your browser site data.
Does SkipPlay use Google Analytics?
We use privacy-compliant, anonymized telemetry with strict consent controls.
Can I use SkipPlay in incognito mode?
Yes, SkipPlay works flawlessly in private and incognito browsing windows.
Who do I contact for privacy inquiries?
Reach out to our privacy officer at [email protected].