Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use LinkTrap.
Last updated: September 14, 2025
Our Privacy Principles
Data Protection
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information.
Transparency
We clearly explain what data we collect and how we use it.
Minimal Collection
We only collect the data necessary to provide our services.
Secure Storage
Your data is encrypted and stored securely in our protected databases.
Your Control
You have full control over your data and can delete it at any time.
Global Compliance
We comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other international privacy regulations.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Email address (when you create an account)
- Name (optional, for account personalization)
- IP address (for security and analytics)
Usage Information
- Links you create and their destinations
- Click analytics and traffic data
- Device and browser information
- Referrer information
How We Use Your Information
- To provide and maintain our URL shortening service
- To generate analytics and insights about your links
- To improve our service and develop new features
- To communicate with you about your account and our service
- To detect and prevent fraud and abuse
- To comply with legal obligations
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 requirements or court orders
- To protect our rights, property, or safety
- With service providers who assist us in operating our platform (under strict confidentiality agreements)
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and assessments
- Access controls and authentication measures
- Secure data centers with physical security measures
- Regular staff training on data protection
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Objection: Object to processing of your data
- Restriction: Request limitation of data processing
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:
- Essential cookies: Required for basic functionality
- Analytics cookies: Help us understand how you use our service
- Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences.
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. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address: 123 Tech Street, San Francisco, CA 94105