Privacy Policy
Last updated: March 7, 2026
1. Information We Collect
When you use BitURL, we may collect the following information:
- Account information: When you sign in with Google, we receive your name, email address, and profile picture.
- Link data: The URLs you shorten and any custom aliases you create.
- Analytics data: Click counts, referrer information, geographic location (country/region level), and device/browser type for shortened links.
- Usage data: Pages visited, features used, and general interaction with the Service.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information to:
- Provide and maintain the URL shortening service
- Display link analytics and click tracking data
- Manage your account and authenticate your identity
- Detect and prevent abuse, spam, and malicious content
- Improve and optimize the Service
3. Data Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share data only in the following circumstances:
- When required by law or to respond to legal processes
- To protect the rights, safety, or property of BitURL, our users, or the public
- With service providers who assist in operating the Service (e.g., hosting, analytics), under strict confidentiality agreements
4. Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session, remember preferences, and gather analytics data. Third-party services such as Google Analytics and advertising partners may also set cookies.
5. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information, including HTTPS encryption for all communications. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
6. Data Retention
We retain your data for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide the Service. Link analytics data may be retained for the lifetime of the shortened link. You may request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.
7. Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access the personal data we hold about you
- Request correction of inaccurate data
- Request deletion of your data
- Opt out of non-essential data collection
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [email protected].