Privacy Policy for 2Shorter
Effective Date: 12.10.2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to 2Shorter (“we”, “our”, “us”).
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit or use our website https://2shorter.com/ (the “Service”).
We are committed to complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679) and other applicable EU data protection laws.
By using our Service, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.
2. Data We Collect
We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:
| Category | Examples | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Account Information | Name, email address, password, IP address | To create and manage your user account |
| Usage Data | Browser type, operating system, device info, visited pages, time spent | To improve performance and analyze site usage |
| URL & QR Data | Original URLs, short links, QR codes, number of clicks, country, referrer | To generate analytics and reports for users |
| Cookies and Similar Technologies | Session cookies, analytics cookies, local storage | For authentication, preferences, analytics, and personalization |
We do not collect sensitive personal data (such as health, political, or religious information).
3. How We Use Your Data
We use your personal data for the following purposes:
- To operate and maintain the 2Shorter service
- To provide features such as URL shortening, QR code generation, and link analytics
- To improve user experience and optimize our platform
- To communicate with you regarding your account or updates
- To prevent abuse, fraud, and security breaches
- To comply with legal obligations
We will not sell or rent your data to any third party.
4. Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process personal data based on the following lawful grounds:
- Contractual necessity: when processing is required to provide the 2Shorter service you requested
- Legitimate interest: for analytics, fraud prevention, and service improvement
- Legal obligation: when required to comply with the law
- Consent: for optional analytics or marketing (if applicable)
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share limited data with trusted third parties who help us operate the service, such as:
- Hosting providers
- Email or analytics tools
- Security and monitoring providers
All third-party processors are bound by data protection agreements consistent with GDPR requirements.
We may also disclose information if required by law or to protect our legal rights.
6. Data Retention
We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:
- Fulfill the purposes for which it was collected
- Comply with legal and tax obligations
- Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
When data is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Keep you logged in
- Remember preferences
- Analyze site performance and usage
You can manage or delete cookies in your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
8. Data Security
We use technical and organizational measures to protect your data, including:
- Secure HTTPS connections
- Limited access controls
- Encryption of passwords and sensitive data
- Regular monitoring for vulnerabilities
However, no system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
9. International Data Transfers
Your data may be stored or processed on servers located in the European Union or other jurisdictions offering adequate data protection as recognized by the European Commission.
Where applicable, we use Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards for international transfers.
10. Your Data Protection Rights (EU Users)
You have the following rights under the GDPR:
- Right of access – to know what personal data we hold about you
- Right to rectification – to correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
- Right to restrict processing
- Right to data portability – to receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format
- Right to object – to processing based on legitimate interests or direct marketing
- Right to withdraw consent – at any time, where consent is the basis of processing
To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us:
Email:
Website: https://2shorter.com/
12. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically.
Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”
We encourage you to review it regularly to stay informed.