Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 22, 2026

This Privacy Policy explains how Vantum Works LLC ("Vantum Works", "we", "us", or "our"), the company that owns and operates the Link Shrink service, collects, uses, and protects personal information when you use our services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

  • Email address
  • Account credentials
  • Workspace and subscription details

1.2 Link and Analytics Data

When a shortened link is accessed, we may collect:

  • Timestamp
  • Referrer (if available)
  • Device and browser type
  • Approximate geographic location (country/region)
  • Bot or preview indicators

1.3 IP Addresses

  • IP addresses are not stored in raw form
  • We may store a truncated or hashed version for analytics, abuse prevention, and security

1.4 Payment Information

Payment details are processed by third-party providers. We do not store full payment card information.

2. How We Use Information

We use collected information to:

  • Provide and operate the Service
  • Generate analytics and reports
  • Improve performance and reliability
  • Prevent abuse and fraud
  • Communicate with users about the Service
  • Comply with legal obligations

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Authentication and session management
  • Security
  • Preferences and settings

We do not sell personal data or use third-party advertising trackers.

4. Data Sharing

We may share information:

  • With service providers (hosting, payments, analytics)
  • To comply with legal requirements
  • To enforce our Terms of Service
  • In connection with a business transfer or acquisition

We do not sell personal data.

5. Data Retention

We retain data only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide the Service
  • Meet legal and regulatory obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Enforce agreements

Analytics data may be aggregated or anonymized over time.

6. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational safeguards to protect your information, including:

  • Encryption in transit
  • Secure credential storage
  • Access controls
  • Rate limiting and abuse detection

No system is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Delete your data
  • Object to or restrict processing

You can exercise these rights by contacting us.

8. International Users

If you access the Service from outside the United States, your data may be transferred to and processed in the United States.

9. Children's Privacy

Link Shrink is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions or requests, contact:

Email: privacy@linkshrink.io