Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.
Last Updated: December 2024
This Privacy Policy describes how The URL Shortener ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our URL shortening and QR code generation services.
Information We Collect
URLs and Content
When you use our URL shortening service, we temporarily process the URLs you provide to create shortened links. We do not store these URLs permanently on our servers.
Usage Analytics
We collect anonymous usage statistics to improve our service, including the number of links created, click counts, and general usage patterns. This data is aggregated and cannot be used to identify individual users.
Technical Information
We automatically collect certain technical information such as IP addresses, browser type, device information, and access times. This information is used for security purposes and service optimization.
How We Use Your Information
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Service Operation
To provide, maintain, and improve our URL shortening and QR code generation services.
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Analytics
To analyze usage patterns and improve our platform's performance and user experience.
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Security
To protect against fraud, abuse, and other security threats to our service and users.
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Optimization
To optimize our service delivery and ensure fast, reliable performance for all users.
Data Protection & Security
No Permanent Storage
We do not permanently store the URLs you shorten or the content you use to generate QR codes. All data is processed temporarily and then discarded.
Secure Processing
All data transmission is encrypted using industry-standard SSL/TLS protocols. Our servers are secured with modern security measures.
No Personal Data Collection
We do not require registration or personal information to use our services. You can use our tools completely anonymously.
Third-Party Services
We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to understand how our service is used. These services collect anonymous information and are governed by their own privacy policies. We do not share personal information with third parties.
Your Rights
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Transparency
You have the right to know what information we collect and how we use it.
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No Tracking
We do not track individual users or create profiles based on your usage.
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Data Deletion
Since we don't store personal data, there's nothing to delete. Your privacy is protected by design.
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Contact Us
If you have questions about this policy, you can contact us through our help page.
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 revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.