Last updated: January 15, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how Short Links (https://www.short-links.online) — our free URL shortener and link shortener service — collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website to shorten links. By using our service, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
When you shorten a link, we store the long URL you submit and generate a short URL that redirects to it. This data is necessary for the service to function — a short link simply cannot work without storing its destination.
We collect non-personal, aggregated data such as: number of clicks on short links, approximate country/region of visitors (derived from IP address in anonymized form), browser type, device type, and referring pages. This powers the click analytics feature and helps us improve the service.
Our free URL shortener requires no registration. We do not ask for your name, email address, phone number, or payment details to shorten links. If you contact us by email, we receive the information you choose to send (such as your email address and message content), and we use it only to respond to you.
Like most websites, our servers keep standard log files (IP address, request time, pages visited) for security, abuse prevention, and performance monitoring. Logs are stored for a limited period and are not sold or shared with advertisers.
We and our third-party partners may use cookies and similar technologies to keep the service working, remember preferences, and measure traffic.
We may display ads served by third-party networks (such as Google AdSense). These networks may use cookies to show you relevant ads based on your previous visits to this and other websites. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or www.aboutads.info.
We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site. These tools collect anonymized data such as pages viewed and session duration.
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data. We never have and never will.
We only share limited data with trusted third parties when strictly necessary:
Short links and their destinations are stored for as long as the service operates, so your links remain active. Server logs and analytics data are retained for a limited period (typically up to 12 months) and then deleted or fully anonymized.
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
Since our service requires no registration, the personal data we can link to you is minimal by design.
Our service is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, contact us and we will delete it promptly.
We use industry-standard measures — including HTTPS encryption, secure servers, and access controls — to protect the data we handle. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Short links redirect to third-party websites that we do not control. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of destination websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any site you visit through a short link.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top shows the latest revision. Continued use of the service after changes means you accept the updated policy.
Questions about this Privacy Policy? Reach us anytime:
📧 Email: support@short-links.online
🌐 Contact page: short-links.online/contacts.html