Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

When you use Urlly, we may collect the following information:

• Account Information: Name, email address, and password when you register.
• Usage Data: URLs you shorten, click counts, and link metadata.
• Click Analytics: IP address, browser type, operating system, device type, and referrer for each click on your links. This data is used solely to provide analytics to link owners.
• Log Data: Server logs that may include your IP address, browser type, and pages visited.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Urlly service.
• Process and complete URL shortening transactions.
• Provide analytics and insights to registered users about their links.
• Send transactional emails (password resets, account notifications).
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns to improve the service.
• Detect and prevent fraudulent, abusive, or illegal activity.

3. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform (hosting, database services), under strict confidentiality agreements.
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, legal process, or to protect our rights and users' safety.
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with appropriate notice to users.

4. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us or through your account settings.

5. Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including SSL/TLS encryption, hashed passwords, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to access, correct, update, or request deletion of your personal information. To exercise these rights, contact us at [email protected].

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "last updated" date. Your continued use of Urlly after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.