At Times Square Facts, your privacy is extremely important to us. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your personal data when you use our URL shortening and analytics platform.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two main types of information:
a) Personal Information
Only collected if you register for an account or contact us. This may include:
Name
Email address
IP address
Account-related preferences
b) Non-Personal Information
Collected automatically when someone clicks a shortened link. This includes:
IP address
Browser type and version
Device and OS
Location (approximate, based on IP)
Referring website
Time and date of click
We use this data to provide analytics and improve service performance.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data to:
Provide and improve our URL shortening and tracking services
Offer real-time analytics for users
Prevent abuse, fraud, and illegal activity
Respond to customer inquiries or support requests
Send optional service-related updates (with your consent)
We do not sell or rent your personal data to third parties.
3. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
Keep users logged in
Remember preferences
Measure traffic and usage patterns
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
4. Data Sharing & Disclosure
We may share data in the following situations:
With service providers (e.g., hosting, analytics) under strict confidentiality
To comply with legal obligations or government requests
To prevent harm, fraud, or abuse
In case of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale (you'll be notified)
We do not sell your data to advertisers or marketers.
5. Data Retention
We retain your information only for as long as needed to:
Provide our services
Meet legal requirements
Resolve disputes or enforce our policies
You may request data deletion at any time (see Section 8 below).
6. Data Security
We use appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data. These include:
Encrypted communication (HTTPS)
Firewalls and access controls
Regular security audits
However, no method of transmission is 100% secure. Use our service at your own risk.
7. Children’s Privacy
Times Square Facts is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware of such data, it will be deleted promptly.
8. Your Rights and Choices
Depending on your location (e.g., EU/EEA, California), you may have the right to:
Access the personal data we hold about you
Request correction or deletion of your data
Object to or restrict certain data uses
Withdraw consent at any time
Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority
9. Third-Party Links
Some links may redirect to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those sites. We recommend reading their policies separately.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Significant changes will be communicated via email or notice on our website.
Please check this page regularly for the latest version.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, feel free to contact us.