Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 30, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Shortiy.me ('we,' 'our,' or 'us'). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our link shortening platform.
By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Personal Information
We may collect the following personal information:
- Name and contact information (email address, phone number)
- Account credentials and profile information
- Custom domain information and branding preferences
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
- User preferences and settings
2.2 Usage Information
We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:
- Device information (IP address, browser type, operating system)
- Link click analytics and tracking data
- Referrer information and user behavior patterns
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Log files and server information
2.3 Link Data
When you create short links, we collect:
- Original URLs and custom aliases
- Link creation timestamps and settings
- Click analytics and visitor data
- QR code generation data
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and maintain our link shortening service
- To process payments and manage subscriptions
- To generate and track link analytics
- To create QR codes for your links
- To improve our service and develop new features
- To communicate with you about your account and service updates
- To provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- To ensure compliance with legal obligations
4. Information Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent, except in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform
- Analytics Partners: We may share aggregated, anonymized analytics data with partners
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights and safety
- Business Transfers: In the event of a merger or acquisition, your information may be transferred
- Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security assessments and updates
- Access controls and authentication measures
- Secure hosting and infrastructure
- Link expiration and password protection features
6. Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request access to your personal information
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information and links
- Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Opt-out: Opt out of marketing communications
- Link Management: Edit, disable, or delete your short links at any time
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our platform and provide link analytics. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. Please refer to our Cookie Policy for more detailed information.
8. Link Analytics and Tracking
Our service tracks click analytics for your short links, including visitor location, device type, and referrer information. This data is used to provide you with link performance insights and improve our service. You can disable tracking for specific links in your dashboard.
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.
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 information.
11. Changes to This Privacy 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. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically.