Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 29 April 2025

Welcome to ShortUrl.co.za (the "Service"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our URL shortening services. By using ShortUrl.co.za, you agree to the terms of this policy.

1. Information We Collect

A. Data You Provide
  • URLs: We process the long URLs you submit to generate short links.
  • Account Information: If you register, we collect your email, name, and password.
  • Payment Details: For paid plans, we collect billing information (processed securely via third-party providers like Stripe or PayPal).
B. Automatically Collected Data
  • Analytics: We track clicks, geographic location, referral sources, and devices used to access short links.
  • Cookies: We use cookies to improve functionality (e.g., login sessions) and analyze traffic. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

2. How We Use Your Information

  • To provide and maintain our Service (e.g., creating short links).
  • To analyze performance (e.g., click tracking for your shortened URLs).
  • To communicate with you (e.g., service updates, support replies).
  • To prevent abuse (e.g., blocking spam or malicious links).

3. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell your data. However, we may share information with:

  • Third-Party Services: Payment processors (Stripe/PayPal) or analytics tools (Google Analytics).
  • Legal Compliance: If required by law (e.g., court orders).

4. Data Retention

  • Shortened URLs: Stored indefinitely unless deleted by you or for policy violations.
  • Account Data: Retained until you request deletion (see Section 6).

5. Security

We implement measures like HTTPS encryption to protect your data. However, no method is 100% secure—use caution when sharing sensitive links.

6. Your Rights

  • Access/Delete Data: Request a copy or deletion of your data via info@ur.site
  • Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from emails or disable cookies in browser settings.

7. Third-Party Links

Shortened URLs may direct to external sites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices.

8. Children’s Privacy

Our Service is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect their data.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this policy. Changes will be posted here with a revised "Last Updated" date.

10. Contact Us

For questions or requests, email us at: info@ShortUrl.co.za