1. Information We Collect
Account Information
When you create an account, we collect your email address and password. This information is used solely for authentication and account management purposes.
Usage Data
We automatically collect information about how you interact with our service, including:
- Links you create and their associated metadata
- Click analytics data (timestamps, geographic regions, referrers)
- Device and browser information for analytics purposes
- IP addresses of link visitors for geographic analytics
Browser Fingerprint Data
We collect browser fingerprint data from visitors to detect and prevent abuse, fraud, and bot activity. This data includes technical browser characteristics such as screen resolution, installed plugins, timezone, and language settings. This information is used for security purposes and is not shared with third parties.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our URL shortening service
- Generate analytics reports for your shortened links
- Detect and prevent abuse, spam, and fraudulent activity
- Send you service-related notifications and updates
- Respond to your requests and provide customer support
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. We may share data only in the following circumstances:
- Service providers: Trusted partners who help us operate our service (hosting, email delivery)
- Legal requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
- Safety: To protect the rights, safety, and property of our users and the public
4. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data, including encryption in transit (TLS/SSL), encrypted storage for sensitive information, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
5. Data Retention
We retain your account data for as long as your account is active. Click analytics data is retained for 24 months. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting our support team.
6. Cookies
We use essential cookies to maintain your session and preferences. Analytics cookies are used only with your consent. For more details, please see our Cookie Policy.
7. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Object to or restrict processing of your data
- Export your data in a portable format
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us through our contact page.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.