TappyURL - URL Shortener

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information when you use TappyURL:

1.1 Information You Provide

Email address (if you create an account or contact us)
Account credentials (username/password), if applicable
Any text or data you manually enter (e.g., URLs to shorten)

We do not collect unnecessary personal data.

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We may automatically collect:

IP address
Browser type and version
Operating system
Device information
Approximate country-level location
Referral URLs
Date and time of access
Usage logs and interactions

1.3 Link & QR Code Activity

For shortened URLs and QR codes, we may collect:

Destination URL
Click counts & timestamps
Referring websites
Browser/device information
Limited, non-identifying location data

We do not track personally identifiable information of people who click your links.

2. How We Use Your Information

We may use your information to:

Operate and maintain the Services
Shorten URLs and generate QR codes
Monitor abuse, spam, and harmful content
Improve website performance and user experience
Provide customer support
Analyze aggregated usage trends
Enforce Terms & Conditions
Comply with legal requirements

We never sell your personal data.

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR / UK GDPR)

If you are in the UK or EU, we process your data based on:

Consent: You choose to use our service.
Legitimate Interest: To operate a safe, functional platform.
Contract: When account features require data processing.
Legal Obligation: To comply with law enforcement or legal requirements.

4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies to improve performance, remember preferences, analyze traffic, and prevent abuse.

You may block cookies through your browser settings. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. How We Share Information

5.1 Service Providers

We may share limited information with trusted third parties such as:

Hosting providers
Analytics services
Security tools
Customer support systems

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may share data if required by court order, law enforcement, or to protect our rights or system security.

5.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger or acquisition, user data may be transferred to the new owner under this Privacy Policy.

6. Data Retention

We retain your information as long as necessary for service operation, legal compliance, security, and analytics.

Shortened URLs and QR codes may be stored indefinitely unless deleted or flagged for abuse.

You may request deletion of account-related data at any time.

7. Security

We implement reasonable security measures, such as:

Encrypted connections (HTTPS)
Firewall protection
Access controls
Abuse monitoring

However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. You use the Services at your own risk.

8. Your Rights (GDPR / UK Users)

If you live in the UK or EU, you may:

Access your personal data
Request corrections
Request deletion
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent

To exercise your rights, contact us at:
support@tappyurl.online

9. Third-Party Links

Shortened URLs may redirect users to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party sites. Users click external links at their own risk.

10. Children’s Privacy

TappyURL is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Contact us if you believe a child has submitted data.

11. Data Storage Location

Data may be stored or processed in:

The United Kingdom
The European Union
Other regions where our providers operate

All transfers comply with GDPR / UK GDPR requirements.

12. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy occasionally. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of the Services indicates acceptance of any updates.

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at:

Email: support@tappyurl.online
Website: TappyURL.com