Welcome to Istubby! We value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our URL shortening services. By accessing or using Istubby, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you sign up for an account or use our services, we may collect the following personal information:

- Name
- Email address
- Password (No)
- Profile picture (optional)
- Payment details (if applicable)

1.2 Non-Personal Information

We also collect non-personal information through cookies, log files, and analytics tools. This information includes:

- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Referral URL
- Pages visited and actions taken

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Provide and Improve Services

We use your information to provide and improve our URL shortening services, including:

- Creating shortened URLs
- Analyzing user behavior to enhance user experience
- Personalizing content and recommendations
- Optimizing website performance

2.2 Communication

We may use your email address to send you essential service updates, announcements, and account-related communications. You can opt-out of marketing emails at any time.

2.3 Advertising and Marketing

We may use non-personal information for targeted advertising and marketing purposes. However, we do not sell or share your personal information with third-party advertisers without your explicit consent.

2.4 Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required by law or to protect our rights, privacy, safety, or property.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and gather data about how you interact with our website. You can modify your browser settings to manage cookies or opt-out of tracking.

4. Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is entirely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

5. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites. We encourage you to review their respective privacy policies.

6. Children's Privacy

Istubby is not intended for use by individuals under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have unintentionally collected data from a child, please contact us immediately, and we will promptly remove the information.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of any significant changes through our website or by email. Continued use of our services after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact our support team at urlshort@istubby.com.