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title: "Privacy Policy"
description: "Last Updated March 11, 2026"
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## Introduction

Video.js is a community-built, free and open source HTML5 video player framework. This privacy policy describes how the Video.js website (videojs.org) handles information when you visit our site.

## Information We May Collect

Like most websites, our web servers may automatically collect standard technical information including:

- IP addresses
- Browser type and version
- Referring website addresses
- Pages requested, events observed and relevant timestamps

This information is used solely for maintaining the website's functionality, security, and performance, as well as to understand how individuals are using the website. It is not used for tracking or profiling visitors across services or browsing sessions, or for advertising purposes.

We may use PostHog to collect and process this information for the purposes identified above. We have configured PostHog to collect this information without the use of cookies. PostHog's cookieless mode uses server-side hashing to count unique visitors without storing any cookies, localStorage, or sessionStorage data on your device.

## Open Source and Development Platforms

Video.js is an open source project hosted on external development platforms. Our documentation may link to code repositories, issue trackers, and other development resources. When you interact with these platforms (such as submitting issues, viewing code, or participating in discussions), you are subject to their respective privacy policies and terms of service.

## Third-Party Content and Services

Our website may include content from third-party services, including but not limited to:

- Embedded videos and media players
- Code repositories and development platforms
- External documentation and resources
- Interactive demos and examples

These third-party services may:

- Set their own cookies and tracking technologies
- Collect information about your interaction with their content
- Be governed by their own privacy policies and terms of service
- Process data according to their own data handling practices

We do not control these third-party services or their data practices. When you interact with third-party content, you are subject to their respective privacy policies.

## Cookies

This website does not set first-party tracking cookies. However, cookies may be set by:

- **First-party essential services:** Cookies that are strictly necessary for our operation of the website.
- **Third-party services:** Cookies set when you interact with third-party services, such as after clicking on embedded content or external links.
- **Third-party development platforms:** Cookies set when accessing linked code repositories or development tools.

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with through our website.

## Children's Privacy

Our website does not specifically target children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

## Data Retention

Server logs containing technical information may be retained for security and operational purposes for a reasonable period, typically not exceeding 12 months.

## Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

## Contact

If you have questions about this privacy policy, please contact us through our official community channels or development platforms. Links to these resources can be found throughout our website and documentation.

## Open Source Commitment

Video.js is committed to transparency and user privacy. As an open source project, our website source code is publicly available, allowing you to verify our privacy practices and the technical implementation of this policy.
