Privacy Policy

Introduction

urls.click ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our URL shortening service.

Information We Collect

1. Account Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

• Username and email address
• Password (stored securely using cryptographic hashing)
• Profile picture (optional)
• Timezone preference
• Subscription plan information

2. URL and Analytics Data

For each shortened URL, we collect and analyze:

• Original URL (with tracking parameters removed for privacy)
• Custom short codes and vanity URLs you create
• URL titles and descriptions
• Tags and organizational data
• Click analytics including:
  • Anonymized IP addresses (last portion removed for privacy)
  • Browser and device information
  • Operating system details
  • General geographic location (country/region level)
  • Referrer information (where clicks came from)
  • Timestamp of clicks

3. Payment and Monetization Data

If you participate in our monetization program:

• Earnings and payout history
• PayPal email address for payments
• Transaction records and payout requests
• Ad revenue calculations based on your traffic

4. Communications

• Email correspondence for account verification and payout notifications
• Support communications

5. Technical Data

• Session information and authentication tokens
• Rate limiting and security logs
• System performance and error logs

How We Use Your Information

Core Service Functionality

• Creating and managing shortened URLs
• Providing click analytics and statistics
• Managing your account and preferences
• Processing payments and payouts

Monetization Features

• Displaying relevant advertisements to URL visitors
• Calculating revenue sharing and payouts
• Assessing traffic quality for monetization purposes

Service Improvement

• Analyzing usage patterns to improve our service
• Detecting and preventing abuse or fraudulent activity
• Providing customer support

Legal Compliance

• Complying with applicable laws and regulations
• Protecting our rights and the rights of others
• Responding to legal requests when required

Information Sharing and Disclosure

Payment Processor

We share necessary payment information with PayPal for payout processing. PayPal has its own privacy policy governing their handling of your information.

Ad Networks

When you monetize your URLs, we may share anonymized traffic data with advertising partners to serve relevant ads. This data does not include personally identifiable information.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required by law, court order, or to protect our legal rights.

Service Providers

We work with third-party service providers for:

• Email delivery services
• Cloud hosting and infrastructure
• Analytics and monitoring services

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information.

Content Moderation and Safety

To maintain a safe platform, we:

• Scan URLs for malicious content using automated systems
• Maintain databases of blocked domains and content
• Allow users to report inappropriate content
• May review reported URLs manually

Blocked URLs and associated data are retained for security purposes.

Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures including:

• Encryption of sensitive data in transit and at rest
• Secure password hashing using industry-standard algorithms
• Regular security monitoring and logging
• Rate limiting to prevent abuse
• Secure session management

Your Privacy Rights

Access and Control

• View and edit your account information
• Download your data (URLs, analytics, earnings)
• Delete your account and associated data
• Opt out of monetization features

Communication Preferences

• Unsubscribe from marketing emails
• Choose notification preferences

Data Retention

We retain your data as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. When you delete your account:

• Personal information is removed
• Analytics data may be retained in anonymized form
• Financial records are kept as required by law

Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for:

• Authentication and session management
• Security and fraud prevention
• Basic analytics for service operation

We do not use third-party tracking cookies for advertising purposes on our platform.

International Data Transfers

Our services may involve transferring your data internationally. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information during such transfers.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Email notification to registered users
• Notice on our website
• In-app notifications

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

For data protection requests or concerns, please include:

• Your username and email address
• Specific nature of your request
• Any relevant details about your concern

Additional Rights for EU/UK Users

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and UK data protection laws, you have additional rights including:

• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to lodge a complaint with supervisory authorities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided above.