Cookie Policy

Updated at: 2025-11-13.

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 13, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how our URL shortening service ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website and use our services. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Types of Cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them
  • First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you're visiting
  • Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly:

  • Authentication: Keep you logged into your account
  • Security: Protect your account and prevent fraud
  • Session Management: Remember your preferences during your visit
  • Load Balancing: Distribute website traffic efficiently

You cannot disable these cookies as they are essential for the Service to work.

3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:

  • Pages visited and features used
  • Time spent on pages
  • Click patterns and navigation paths
  • Error messages encountered
  • Device and browser information

We use: Google Analytics, or similar analytics services

3.3 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enhance your experience:

  • Remember your language preference
  • Remember your display settings (dark mode, etc.)
  • Remember your dashboard layout preferences
  • Store your recently shortened links

3.4 Advertising Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used to show relevant advertisements:

  • Track which ads you've seen
  • Measure ad campaign effectiveness
  • Show personalized ads based on your interests

We use: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, or similar advertising services

4. Cookies We Use

Here's a detailed list of cookies our Service may use:

Essential Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
session_id Maintains user session Session First-party
csrf_token Security protection Session First-party
remember_me Keep user logged in 30 days First-party
cookie_consent Stores cookie preferences 1 year First-party

Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
_ga Google Analytics identifier 2 years Third-party
_gid Google Analytics session 24 hours Third-party
_gat Google Analytics request throttling 1 minute Third-party

Functional Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
language User language preference 1 year First-party
theme UI theme preference 1 year First-party
dashboard_layout Dashboard configuration 1 year First-party

Advertising Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
_fbp Facebook Pixel 3 months Third-party
IDE Google DoubleClick 1 year Third-party
ads_preferences Ad personalization settings 1 year First-party

5. Third-Party Cookies

We use services from third-party companies that may set their own cookies:

5.1 Analytics Services

  • Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
    • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
    • Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

5.2 Payment Processors

  • Stripe: Processes subscription payments
    • Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy
  • PayPal: Alternative payment processing
    • Privacy Policy: https://www.paypal.com/privacy

5.3 Advertising Networks

  • Google Ads: Displays relevant advertisements
    • Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
    • Ad Settings: https://adssettings.google.com

5.4 Social Media Platforms

  • Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions from Facebook ads
    • Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy
  • Twitter Analytics: Tracks referrals from Twitter
    • Privacy Policy: https://twitter.com/privacy

6. Link Analytics Tracking

When someone clicks on a shortened link created through our Service, we collect:

  • Click timestamp
  • Referrer URL
  • Geographic location (country, city)
  • Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
  • Operating system
  • Browser type
  • IP address (anonymized after 90 days)

This information is stored to provide analytics to the link creator and is subject to our Privacy Policy.

7. Your Cookie Choices

7.1 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences

7.2 Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

  • Using our cookie settings tool (link in footer)
  • Adjusting your browser settings (see below)
  • Contacting us directly

7.3 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete cookies
  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Clear cookies when you close the browser

Note: Blocking all cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our Service.

How to Manage Cookies in Different Browsers:

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data

Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data

Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Opera: Settings > Privacy & security > Cookies

7.4 Mobile Devices

On mobile devices, you can control cookies through:

  • iOS: Settings > Safari > Block All Cookies
  • Android: Chrome app > Settings > Site settings > Cookies

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites you visit that you don't want your online activity tracked. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but we respect your cookie choices as described above.

9. Cookie-Free Usage

If you prefer not to accept cookies, you can still:

  • View public content on our website
  • Use shortened links (clicking on links)
  • Read our documentation and help pages

However, you will not be able to:

  • Create an account or log in
  • Create shortened links
  • Access analytics dashboards
  • Save preferences

10. Data Retention

We retain cookie data for the periods specified in the cookie table above. After expiration:

  • Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies are automatically deleted after their expiration date
  • You can manually delete cookies at any time through your browser settings

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in our cookie usage
  • New technologies or services
  • Legal or regulatory requirements

When we make changes:

  • The "Last Updated" date at the top will be revised
  • You may be asked to review and accept the new policy
  • Material changes will be communicated through email or website notification

12. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us immediately.

13. International Users

If you access our Service from outside [Your Country], please be aware that cookies may be transferred to and processed in our servers located in [Your Country]. By using our Service, you consent to this transfer.

14. More Information

For more information about how we process your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.

For more information about cookies in general, visit:

  • www.allaboutcookies.org
  • www.youronlinechoices.eu (for users in the EU)

15. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]


By continuing to use our Service, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.