1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy describes how Shrivo ("we," "our," or "us") collects, uses, and shares information when you use our URL shortening service. By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• URLs: The long URLs you submit for shortening
• Shortened URLs: The generated short links
• Usage Data: Click counts and access timestamps

2.2 Information We Collect Automatically

• IP Address: Your internet protocol address
• Browser Information: Browser type, version, and language
• Device Information: Device type, operating system
• Referrer Information: The website that referred you to our service
• Access Logs: Timestamps of when links are accessed
• Geographic Data: General location based on IP address (country/region level)

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our URL shortening service
• To generate and manage shortened links
• To track click statistics and usage analytics
• To detect and prevent abuse, spam, and malicious activity
• To improve our service and develop new features
• To comply with legal obligations and enforce our Terms of Service
• To respond to user inquiries and provide customer support
• To monitor service performance and troubleshoot issues

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties except in the following circumstances:

• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to respond to legal process
• Safety and Security: To protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public
• Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who assist in operating our service (hosting, analytics, etc.)
• Business Transfers: In connection with any merger, sale, or acquisition of our business
• Consent: When you have given explicit consent to share your information

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as necessary to provide our services and fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy. Shortened links and associated data may be retained indefinitely unless you request deletion or we determine the content violates our Terms of Service.

7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze how you use our service
• Prevent fraud and abuse
• Improve our service functionality

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, but disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

8. Third-Party Services

Our service may contain links to third-party websites or services. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through our shortened links.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards to protect your information.

11. Your Rights

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request access to your personal information
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your information
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this 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. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us through our website. We will respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.