Privacy Policy

Last updated: August 22, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how URL Shortener collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our service.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly to us, such as when you create shortened URLs or contact us for support:

  • URLs: The original URLs you submit for shortening
  • Usage Data: Click statistics, timestamps, and general location data
  • Technical Data: IP addresses, browser type, device information
  • Contact Information: Email address if you contact our support

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • Providing and maintaining our URL shortening service
  • Generating click statistics and analytics
  • Improving our service and user experience
  • Preventing fraud and abuse
  • Responding to customer support inquiries

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:

  • When required by law or legal process
  • To protect our rights and prevent fraud
  • With service providers who assist in operating our website
  • In connection with a business transfer or merger

4. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services. Shortened URLs and associated data are automatically deleted after 90 days of inactivity unless otherwise specified.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal information
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Request deletion of your information
  • Object to processing of your information
  • Data portability

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience. For detailed information about our cookie usage, please see our Cookie Policy.

8. Third-Party Services

Our service may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party services (such as QR code generation). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@urlshortener.com

Phone: +1 (234) 567-8900

Address: 123 Tech Street, Digital City, DC 12345