Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

$Shrinko ("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 link shortening service ("Service").

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your name, email address, and password.
• Payment Information: If you subscribe to a paid plan, we collect billing details. Payment processing is handled by third-party processors; we do not store full credit card numbers.
• Profile Information: Any additional information you choose to provide, such as company name or profile picture.
• Communications: Information you provide when contacting our support team.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you or others interact with shortened links, we automatically collect:

• Link Analytics: Click counts, timestamps, and click-through rates
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device type
• Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address (country, region, city)
• Referrer Information: The website or source that directed traffic to the shortened link
• IP Addresses: Used for analytics, security, and fraud prevention

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Maintain your session and preferences
• Analyze Service usage and performance
• Provide personalized features
• Prevent fraud and enhance security

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve the Service
• Process transactions and send related information
• Generate link analytics and reports
• Send administrative messages, updates, and promotional communications
• Respond to your inquiries and provide customer support
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues
• Comply with legal obligations
• Enforce our Terms and Conditions

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

4.1 With Your Consent

We may share information when you direct us to do so.

4.2 Service Providers

We share information with third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf, including:

• Payment processing
• Data analytics
• Email delivery
• Cloud hosting
• Customer support

4.3 Analytics Data with Link Creators

If you click on a shortened link, the link creator may access aggregated analytics data including click counts, general location, device type, and referrer information.

4.4 Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required by law or in response to:

• Court orders or legal processes
• Government or regulatory requests
• Protection of our rights, property, or safety
• Investigation of potential violations of our Terms

4.5 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity.

5. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as:

• Your account is active
• Necessary to provide the Service
• Required by legal obligations
• Needed for legitimate business purposes

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where retention is required by law.

Shortened links and their associated analytics may be retained for a reasonable period after account deletion.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit and at rest
• Regular security assessments
• Access controls and authentication
• Secure data storage practices

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

7. Your Rights and Choices

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

7.1 Access and Portability

You can request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

7.2 Correction

You can update or correct inaccurate information through your account settings or by contacting us.

7.3 Deletion

You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to certain exceptions.

7.4 Opt-Out

You can opt out of:

• Marketing communications by clicking "unsubscribe" in emails
• Certain cookies through browser settings
• Analytics tracking where legally required

7.5 Restriction and Objection

You may request restriction of processing or object to certain uses of your data.

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@getshrinko.com.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

9. Children's Privacy

The Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in certain jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.

10. Third-Party Links

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

11. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" feature. Our Service does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.

12. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

California residents have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act:

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to know whether personal information is sold or disclosed
• Right to say no to the sale of personal information
• Right to equal service and price

We do not sell personal information to third parties.

13. European Privacy Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Economic Area, you have rights under the General Data Protection Regulation including:

• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object
• Rights related to automated decision-making

Our legal bases for processing include consent, contract performance, legitimate interests, and legal compliance.

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Sending email notification for significant changes

Your continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

15. Contact Us

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

Email: support@getshrinko.com

For data protection inquiries in the EU, you may also contact your local data protection authority.