Privacy Policy

lnkys – Privacy Policy Last Updated: September 1, 2026 This Privacy Policy explains how lnkys ("lnkys", the "Platform", "Service", "we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, stores, and protects information when you use our URL shortening, link management, analytics, API, and related SaaS services. 1. Data Controller The entity responsible for processing your personal data is [Legal Company Name], operating the lnkys service ("lnkys"). For privacy-related questions or requests, you can contact us using the information provided in the Contact Us section of this policy. 2. Information We Collect Depending on how you use the Service, we may collect the following categories of information: Account Information When you create or manage an lnkys account, we may collect: Name Email address Password, which is stored using secure hashing and is never stored in plain text Country, where provided Phone number, where provided Link and Content Information When you create or manage links through the Service, we may collect and store: Destination URLs Link titles and descriptions UTM parameters Custom domains QR codes and the information encoded in them Campaign and link-management data Other information you voluntarily provide when creating or managing links Link Visitor and Analytics Data When someone accesses a shortened link created through lnkys, we may automatically collect certain technical and usage information, including: IP address Date and time of the visit Referrer URL Device type Browser type and version Operating system Approximate geographic location derived from the IP address Similar technical and usage information This information is primarily used to provide link analytics, measure link performance, maintain service security, detect abuse, and improve the Service. Billing Information We may collect information related to your subscription and payments, including: Subscription plan Billing history Payment status Transaction or payment reference information Payment card details and other sensitive payment information are collected and processed directly by our third-party payment provider and are not stored on our own servers. Communications If you contact us through support channels, live chat, email, or contact forms, we may collect and retain the information you provide, including the content of your communications and any information necessary to respond to your request. 3. Cookies and Similar Technologies We use cookies and similar technologies to: Keep you signed in Maintain session security Remember your preferences Support essential Service functionality Distinguish first-time from returning visitors to shortened links, where applicable Measure and understand basic Service and link usage You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality or availability of some parts of the Service. 4. How We Use Your Information We may use the information we collect to: Provide, operate, and maintain the Service Create and manage user accounts Authenticate users and secure accounts Create and display link analytics Process subscriptions and payments Provide customer support Communicate with you about the Service Detect and prevent fraud, phishing, malware, spam, and other abuse Monitor and improve the security, reliability, and performance of the Platform Troubleshoot technical problems Improve and develop our features and services Comply with applicable laws and legal obligations Protect our rights, users, systems, and property 5. Legal Basis for Processing Where applicable data protection laws require a legal basis for processing personal data, we may process your information based on one or more of the following: Performance of a contract: When processing is necessary to provide the Service you requested. Consent: Where you have provided consent, such as for certain optional marketing communications or non-essential cookies. Legitimate interests: Where processing is reasonably necessary to operate, secure, maintain, and improve the Service, prevent fraud and abuse, and protect our users and systems. Legal obligations: Where processing is necessary to comply with applicable laws, regulations, legal processes, or lawful requests. 6. Link Visitor Data When a visitor opens a shortened link created through lnkys, certain technical information may be collected automatically. This may include the visitor's IP address, date and time of access, referrer URL, browser, operating system, device type, and approximate geographic location derived from the IP address. We use this information to provide analytics to link owners, understand link performance, maintain the security and reliability of the Service, and detect and prevent fraud, abuse, phishing, malware, and other malicious activity. lnkys does not require visitors to create an lnkys account simply to access a shortened link. 7. Third-Party Service Providers We may use trusted third-party service providers to help us operate and maintain the Service. Depending on the features you use, these providers may include services for: Cloud hosting and infrastructure Payment processing Email delivery Customer support IP-based geographic information Security and anti-abuse protection Monitoring and technical operations These providers may process information on our behalf only to the extent reasonably necessary to provide their services to us, subject to appropriate contractual or other safeguards. We do not sell your personal information to third parties. 8. Data Retention We retain personal and account information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this Privacy Policy. Generally: Account information is retained while your account remains active. Link and analytics data may be retained while the related links or account remain active. After account closure, certain information may be retained for a limited period where necessary for legal, accounting, security, fraud-prevention, dispute-resolution, or other legitimate business purposes. Information that is no longer required may be deleted or anonymized in accordance with our data retention practices. Where specific retention periods are required by applicable law, we will retain information for the period required by that law. 9. Your Privacy Rights Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data, including the right to: Access your personal data Correct inaccurate or incomplete information Request deletion of your personal data Request a copy or export of certain personal data Object to certain processing Request restriction of certain processing Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent You may exercise certain rights directly through your account settings. For other requests, please contact us using the contact information provided below. We may need to verify your identity before processing certain requests to protect your account and personal information. 10. Data Security We use reasonable technical and organizational measures designed to protect personal information against unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure. These measures may include: Secure password hashing Encrypted connections such as HTTPS/TLS Access controls Authentication and authorization mechanisms Security monitoring Backup and recovery procedures However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee absolute security. 11. International Data Transfers Our service providers or infrastructure may be located in countries different from the country in which you live. As a result, your information may be transferred to, stored in, or processed in other countries. Where required by applicable data protection laws, we take reasonable steps to ensure that international transfers are subject to appropriate safeguards. 12. Children's Privacy The Service is not directed to children under the minimum age permitted by applicable law to use the Service or provide consent to the processing of personal data. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children where such collection is prohibited by applicable law. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information in violation of applicable law, please contact us so that we can review the situation and take appropriate action. 13. Marketing Communications Where permitted by applicable law, we may send you service-related communications, such as account notifications, security alerts, billing information, and important updates about the Service. If you have opted in to receive optional marketing communications, you may unsubscribe at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in the relevant communication or by contacting us. 14. Third-Party Links The Service may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated or controlled by lnkys. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security, or content of third-party websites or services. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of those third parties before providing them with personal information. 15. Changes to This Privacy Policy We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to our Service, business practices, technology, or applicable legal requirements. When we make changes, we will update the Last Updated date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we handle personal information. Where required by applicable law, we will provide additional notice or obtain consent for material changes. 16. Contact Us If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, your personal data, or how we handle information, please contact us: Company: [Legal Company Name / lnkys] Email: support@lnkys.com Website: lnkys.com