Privacy Policy

Last updated: 20 March 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how Urlshrunk (“we,” “us,” or “our”) collects, handles, and safeguards your personal data whenever you use our websites, applications, or related digital offerings (collectively, the “Service”). By continuing to browse or interact with the Service, you accept these data practices, including any legal rights you have under relevant law. We rely on personal details to operate and optimize our solutions, and your ongoing use confirms your acceptance. This Policy covers Urlshrunk’s products and subdomains under our direction.

Interpretation and Definitions

Interpretation

Capitalized terms hold the meanings stated here, whether in singular or plural form.

Definitions

Within this Privacy Policy:

• Account: A user identity granting special settings or capabilities within our Service.
• Affiliate: An entity controlled by, controlling, or under shared ownership with another, typically indicated by voting or equity stakes.
• Company (“We,” “Us,” or “Our”): Urlshrunk.
• Cookies: Small text files placed on your device to record session data, preferences, or usage metrics.
• Device: Any hardware (PC, phone, tablet) used to access the Service.
• Personal Data: Information identifying or relating to a particular individual.
• Service: Websites, apps, or other online platforms administered by Urlshrunk.
• Service Provider: A third party that processes or assists in data handling on our behalf for the Service.
• Third-party Social Media Service: External platforms enabling account creation or login for certain parts of our Service.
• Usage Data: Automatically logged details about how you use the Service, such as page visits and device stats.
• Website: The principal Urlshrunk site or additional sub-sites in our domain.
• You: The individual or entity using our Service, or an authorized representative on their behalf.

Collecting and Using Your Personal Data

Types of Data Collected

We may request personal details (e.g., name, email address, phone number, mailing address). We also gather Usage Data (such as IP addresses, visited pages, device attributes) to understand traffic and enhance our Service.

Data Sharing

We might share certain information with specific outside providers—for instance, Firebase, Google Services, Google Analytics— to run analytics or improve the Service, all in line with their respective privacy rules.

Personal Data

Instances of Personal Data could include:

• Email address
• First and last name
• Phone number
• Mailing address
• Usage Data

Usage Data

Usage Data may involve device-specific details, IP addresses, or session logs. On mobile, we might also collect OS versions or unique IDs to enhance performance and address technical problems.

Information from Third-Party Social Media Services

When you create or log in to an Account via external networks (Google, Facebook, etc.), we gain access to the relevant data under your authorized scope, in accordance with this Policy.

Tracking Technologies and Cookies

We utilize Cookies and similar technologies (beacons, tags) to store user preferences, evaluate user interactions, and improve features. Cookies can be “Persistent” (living until removed or expired) or “Session” (ending when you close your browser). Denying Cookies may reduce some Service options.

Use of Android API

Our application may incorporate Android APIs to provide approximate location or device checks. We only keep the minimal data needed for these functionalities, refraining from external sharing without your explicit consent. You can manage these permissions anytime in your device’s settings.

Use of Your Personal Data

We may process Personal Data for diverse purposes, such as:

• Service Operation: Monitoring reliability, fixing bugs, and boosting performance.
• Account Control: Offering specialized settings for authorized user profiles.
• Order Fulfillment: Handling any service requests, transactions, or agreements initiated by you.
• Notifications: Issuing announcements, important notices, or new feature alerts.
• Support & Issues: Resolving user-submitted questions, error reports, or enhancement suggestions.
• Business Evaluations: Exploring or enacting organizational changes that may include user data.
• Analytics & Upgrades: Investigating usage behaviors to refine marketing tactics and overall Service functionality.

We may also disclose Personal Data in these situations:

• Service Providers: Engaging outside experts for data analytics or user interactions on our behalf.
• Business Deals: If user info is pertinent to potential or concluded mergers, sales, or reorganizations.
• Public Interaction: If you participate publicly or connect social platforms in the Service.
• Your Consent: If you explicitly permit additional data usage beyond these terms.

Retention of Your Personal Data

We store Personal Data only as long as required for the roles mentioned or as legally compelled. Usage Data often remains for shorter intervals unless needed for debugging or performance reviews.

Transfer of Your Personal Data

Your data might be processed on servers beyond your locale, following recognized security measures. Providing data implies you agree to these cross-border transfers within legal boundaries.

Deleting Your Personal Data

For instructions on requesting data removal from our active records, please see the Data Removal Guidelines. After your data is erased, certain Service features might be unavailable.

Disclosure of Your Personal Data

Business Transactions

If Urlshrunk merges with or sells assets, user data could be part of that transaction. We will notify you if any policy adjustments follow such occurrences.

Law Enforcement

We may release information if obligated by law or in response to valid governmental or regulatory demands.

Other Legal Requirements

We may share Personal Data if we judge it essential to:

• Comply with a legal mandate
• Protect our property or rights
• Investigate or deter potential misuse of the Service
• Shield user or public welfare
• Minimize liability claims

Security of Your Personal Data

We follow recognized safety guidelines (like encryption) to protect Personal Data, though no system is entirely impervious. We periodically update security measures to lower possible threats.

Children’s Privacy

This Service is not aimed at those under 13, and we do not knowingly collect details from minors. If you discover a child has provided Personal Data without parental consent, please let us know so we can remove it.

Disclaimer for Third-Party Resources

We may link to external sites outside our authority. We are not accountable for their policies or actions. We recommend reviewing those external sites before divulging personal info.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy as operational or legal demands evolve. Major revisions may be communicated via email or a prominent message on the Service. The “Last updated” date above marks the most recent update. Continuing to use the Service thereafter indicates acceptance of these changes.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please email: [email protected]