Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 17, 2025

Introduction

At urlAI, 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.

Information We Collect

Account Information

When you create an account, we collect your email address and password (stored securely using industry-standard hashing). We do not collect your name or other personal information unless you provide it voluntarily.

URL Data

We store the URLs you shorten, including destination URLs and generated short links. We also generate AI-powered summaries of destination URLs to provide previews.

Analytics Data

When someone clicks on your shortened links, we collect anonymous analytics data including:

  • IP address (anonymized)
  • User agent (browser/device information)
  • Timestamp of the click
  • Referrer information

Usage Data

We collect information about how you interact with our service, including pages visited, features used, and time spent on the platform.

How We Use Your Information

  • To provide, maintain, and improve our URL shortening service
  • To generate AI-powered summaries and previews of your links
  • To provide analytics and insights about link performance
  • To authenticate your account and secure access
  • To send you service-related notifications (if applicable)
  • To detect, prevent, and address technical issues

Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

  • Service Providers: We may share data with trusted service providers who assist us in operating our service, conducting analytics, or performing other business functions, provided they agree to keep your information confidential.
  • Legal Requirements: We may disclose your information if required by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities.
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. This includes encryption of data in transit and at rest, secure password hashing, and regular security audits. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access and receive a copy of your personal data
  • Rectify inaccurate or incomplete data
  • Request deletion of your personal data
  • Object to processing of your personal data
  • Request restriction of processing
  • Data portability

To exercise these rights, please contact us through your account settings or by using the contact information provided in our Terms of Service.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service and hold certain information. Cookies are files with a small amount of data which may include an anonymous unique identifier. You can instruct your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. However, if you do not accept cookies, you may not be able to use some portions of our service.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information 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 you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe that your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our 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. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Changes to this Privacy Policy are effective when they are posted on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us through your account settings or refer to our Terms of Service for additional contact information.