Privacy Policy

Last Updated: 12nd December, 2025

Shorten.as (“we,” “our,” or “us”) is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and safeguard your information when you use our URL shortening services.

By accessing or using Shorten.as, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1. Information You Provide

We may collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our services, including:

  • Account information such as name, email address, and password (if you create an account)
  • Contact information when reaching out to our support team
  • Custom link data such as aliases, titles, and tags

1.2. Automatically Collected Information

When interacting with Shorten.as, we collect certain information automatically:

  • IP address, browser type, device information, and operating system
  • Access dates, times, and referring URLs
  • Link activity, including clicks, geographic data, device type, and usage patterns

1.3. Data From Shortened URLs

When you create or interact with a short link:

  • We collect click metrics such as timestamps, referrers, user agents, and general location (city/country)
  • We do not collect personal identity of visitors unless explicitly provided

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected data to:

  • Provide and operate the URL shortening service
  • Improve website performance, security, and reliability
  • Analyze link usage and generate analytics for users
  • Customize user experience and product features
  • Communicate service updates or respond to support inquiries
  • Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, or malicious activity

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Shorten.as uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Maintain user sessions
  • Improve service efficiency
  • Analyze traffic and interaction patterns
  • Provide personalized and secure experiences

You may disable cookies in your browser, but some features may not function correctly.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data.
We may share information only in the following cases:

4.1. Service Providers

With trusted third-party vendors who support:

  • Hosting
  • Analytics
  • Customer support
  • Security monitoring

These providers are bound by confidentiality agreements.

4.2. Legal Compliance

We may disclose information if required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal obligations
  • Respond to governmental requests
  • Protect our rights, users, or public safety

5. Data Security

We implement industry-standard safeguards to protect your data, including:

  • Encryption
  • Secure servers
  • Access controls
  • Continuous monitoring

While we strive to protect your information, no system is completely secure. Users share data at their own risk.

6. Data Retention

We retain information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide services
  • Fulfill legal obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Analytics data for short links may be stored indefinitely unless deleted by the user (if the account offers this feature).

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your region, you may have rights such as:

  • Accessing your personal information
  • Updating or correcting data
  • Requesting deletion of your account or links
  • Opting out of marketing communications

To exercise these rights, contact our support team.

8. Children’s Privacy

Shorten.as is not intended for children under 13.
We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
If you believe a child has provided data, contact us for removal.

9. International Data Transfers

Your data may be processed on servers located in various countries.
By using our service, you consent to the transfer and storage of information outside your home region where privacy laws may differ.

10. Third-Party Links

Shorten.as may redirect users to external websites through shortened URLs.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of third-party sites.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted publicly, and continued use of the service signifies acceptance of the updated terms.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or requests regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our support team.