Legal Notice

1. Service Accuracy

NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS: Catch & Release provides data analysis and alerts based on publicly available YouTube metrics. We do not guarantee:

• That flagged videos will become viral
• Specific results, views, or revenue for your channel
• The accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of all data
• That our predictions or analyses are error-free

2. Third-Party Dependencies

Our service relies on YouTube API Services and other third-party platforms. We are not responsible for:

• Changes to YouTube's API or terms of service
• Service interruptions caused by third-party providers
• Data availability or accuracy from external sources
• Actions taken by YouTube regarding your channel

3. Not Professional Advice

Catch & Release is a tool for content research and strategy. It does NOT provide:

• Professional business, legal, or financial advice
• Guaranteed strategies for YouTube success
• Endorsement of any specific content or approach

You should consult with appropriate professionals before making significant business decisions.

4. User Responsibility

YOU ARE SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR:

• Content you create and publish on your YouTube channel
• Compliance with YouTube's Terms of Service and Community Guidelines
• Copyright compliance and intellectual property rights
• Any consequences arising from your use of our insights
• Your business decisions based on our data

5. Copyright and Intellectual Property

IMPORTANT: Catch & Release identifies trending topics and formats. This does NOT mean you can copy content. You must:

• Create original content that adds unique value
• Respect copyright and intellectual property rights
• Follow fair use principles when inspired by others
• Not plagiarize or directly copy competitor content

6. Service Availability

We strive for 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted service. We may:

• Perform maintenance that temporarily affects availability
• Experience technical issues beyond our control
• Modify or discontinue features without notice

7. Data Protection (GDPR Compliance)

In accordance with GDPR, we inform you that:

• Data Controller: Maxime Schuy, Christoph Herler, Max Sirota (operating as Catch & Release)
• Legal Basis: Processing is based on contract performance and legitimate interests
• Your Rights: Access, rectification, erasure, portability, objection, and complaint to supervisory authority
• Data Retention: Data is retained as long as necessary for service provision or legal obligations
• International Transfers: Data may be transferred outside the EU with appropriate safeguards

8. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• Catch & Release is provided "AS IS" without warranties of any kind
• We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Our total liability is limited to the amount you paid in the last 12 months
• We are not responsible for outcomes resulting from your use of our service

9. No Affiliation

Catch & Release is an independent service and is not:

• Affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by YouTube or Google
• An official YouTube partner or authorized representative
• Responsible for YouTube's policies, decisions, or actions

10. Changes to legal notice

We reserve the right to update this legal notice at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or through the service.

11. Governing Law

This legal notice is governed by German law. For EU residents, nothing in this legal notice affects your statutory consumer rights under EU law.

Contact Information

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