Privacy Policy

How SimpleURL collects, uses, and protects your information.

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1. Introduction

At SimpleURL (formerly uShort), we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices available to you.

2. Information We Collect

  • Account Information: Workspace or account identifiers when you use our Slack app, browser extensions, or website.
  • Usage Data: Information about how you use the App, such as links created, redirect activity, and interactions with our features.
  • Technical Data: Log data such as IP address, device type, operating system, and browser type.
  • Payment Data: If you subscribe, we process payment information through secure third-party providers.

3. How We Use Information

  • To provide and operate our services.
  • To improve functionality, security, and performance of the App.
  • To communicate with you regarding service updates, support, or billing.
  • To comply with legal obligations.

4. Advertising and Redirects New

  • When redirecting from a short URL to its destination, SimpleURL may display advertisements, promotional messages, or interstitial pages.
  • If ads are house ads (promotions for SimpleURL’s own services), no personal data is shared with third parties.
  • If third-party advertising partners are used, cookies or similar technologies may be placed to deliver personalized ads. In such cases, we will request your consent where required by law (e.g., EU/EEA cookie banners).
  • You may opt out of personalized advertising through your browser settings or industry opt-out tools.

5. Sharing of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited information with:

  • Service Providers: For hosting, analytics, and payment processing.
  • Advertising Partners: Only if ads are shown using third-party networks, subject to your consent.
  • Legal Authorities: When required to comply with applicable law or to protect rights, property, or safety.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, or alteration. However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

6.1 Data Deletion and Retention

we prioritize the privacy and security of your personal data. As part of our commitment to data protection, With relation to GDPR and adhering to stringent data safety standards, regardless of whether you are an EU or non-EU citizen.

If you would like to have your personal data deleted from our records, simply contact us at contact@simpleurl.tech with your request. We will promptly process your deletion request and ensure that your data is securely deleted from our systems within 2 months. We take the necessary precautions to ensure that your personal information is completely and permanently removed from our databases.

7. Your Rights

You may have rights under applicable data protection laws, such as:

  • Accessing, correcting, or deleting your personal data.
  • Restricting or objecting to certain processing activities.
  • Requesting data portability.

To exercise these rights, please contact us at contact@simpleurl.tech.

8. Changes to this Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our practices. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is handled, please reach out at contact@simpleurl.tech.