Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 2024

1. Introduction

At LinkTrap, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our URL shortening service. Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you:

  • Register for an account
  • Create shortened links
  • Contact us for support
  • Subscribe to our newsletter

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you use our service, we automatically collect certain information:

  • IP addresses and location data
  • Browser type and version
  • Device information
  • Usage patterns and click data
  • Referrer URLs

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:

  • Providing and maintaining our service
  • Processing your requests and transactions
  • Sending you technical notices and support messages
  • Providing analytics and insights
  • Detecting and preventing fraud and abuse
  • Improving our service and user experience
  • Complying with legal obligations

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our service
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose information when required by law or to protect our rights
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
  • With Your Consent: We may share information with your explicit consent

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include encryption, secure servers, regular security audits, and access controls. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this privacy policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law. When we no longer need your personal information, we will securely delete or anonymize it.

7. Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

  • Right to access your personal information
  • Right to rectify inaccurate information
  • Right to erase your personal information
  • Right to restrict processing
  • Right to data portability
  • Right to object to processing
  • Right to withdraw consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience, analyze usage patterns, and improve our service. You can control cookies through your browser settings, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable data protection laws and that appropriate safeguards are in place.

10. 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 we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such 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 for any changes.

12. Contact Us

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

Email: [email protected]
Address: LinkTrap Privacy Team
Response Time: We aim to respond to privacy inquiries within 30 days