Privacy Policy
Last updated: 7/13/2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to our URL Shortener service. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
- Name (first and last name)
- Email address
- Google OAuth information (if using Google sign-in)
- Team information and role
2.2 Usage Information
- URLs you create and their analytics
- Click data and visitor information
- IP addresses of visitors (for analytics)
- User agent strings and referrer information
- Geographic location data (country-level)
3. How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain our URL shortening service
- To create and manage your account and team
- To generate short URLs and track their performance
- To provide analytics and insights about your links
- To communicate with you about your account
- To improve our service and user experience
- To ensure security and prevent fraud
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:
- With your explicit consent
- To comply with legal obligations
- To protect our rights and safety
- With service providers who assist in operating our service (under strict confidentiality agreements)
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Secure authentication and authorization
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and monitoring
6. Your Rights
You have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Correction: Update or correct your personal information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your account and data
- Portability: Export your data in a machine-readable format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
7. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Maintain your login session
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze website usage and performance
- Provide personalized content
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to:
- Provide our services to you
- Comply with legal obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
- Improve our services
When you delete your account, we will delete your personal data within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.
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. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.
10. International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your data.
11. 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 policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: privacy@shorly.uk
Address: Masar 1=, Dubai
Phone: 0569420950