Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Overview

Yad ("we", "us", or "our") operates the bookmark manager available at yad.sikka.io. This Privacy Policy explains what information we process, how we use it, and the choices you have.

By using Yad, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

Information We Process

Bookmarks and Metadata

Yad is designed to store your bookmarks, folders, tags, and related metadata. Depending on how you use the app:

• Local storage: By default, all bookmark data is stored locally in your browser using your device's local storage. This data never leaves your browser.
• GitHub synchronization: If you connect a GitHub repository for synchronization, your bookmarks are stored as files in a repository you control. We process your data only as necessary to perform the sync you initiate.

Usage Data

We may collect limited, non-identifying technical information such as browser type, device type, and pages visited to improve the product and diagnose issues. We do not sell this data.

AI Organization Features

When you use AI-powered features such as auto-categorization or tagging, the bookmarks you submit to the feature are processed by our AI providers solely to generate the requested results. We do not use your data to train models.

How We Use Information

We use the information we process to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain Yad's features
• Process and fulfill the synchronization you request
• Improve, personalize, and develop the product
• Detect, prevent, and address technical or security issues

How We Share Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We share data only with:

• Service providers who assist in operating the service (hosting, AI processing) under confidentiality obligations
• Legal authorities when required by applicable law or in response to valid legal process

Data Retention

Bookmark data is retained for as long as you keep it in your browser storage or synchronized repository. You may delete your data at any time by removing bookmarks in the app, clearing your browser's local storage, or deleting the sync repository files.

Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, or delete your personal information, and to object to or restrict certain processing. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below.

Children's Privacy

Yad is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy at this URL with a revised "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, contact us at yad@sikka.io.