Privacy Policy

Last updated: December 3, 2024

Information We Collect

When using tick.is, we collect:

• The URLs you submit for shortening
• IP addresses for security and abuse prevention
• Basic usage statistics (browser type, timestamp)
• Cloudflare Turnstile verification data

How We Use Your Information

• To provide URL shortening services
• To prevent abuse and maintain service security
• To analyze service performance and usage patterns
• To improve our service

Data Retention

We retain:

• Shortened URLs and their destinations indefinitely or until deleted by users
• IP addresses and usage logs for 30 days
• Abuse reports for up to 1 year

Data Sharing

We do not sell your data. We share data with:

• Cloudflare (for CAPTCHA and security services)
• Law enforcement when legally required

Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Request deletion of your shortened URLs
• Request your usage data
• Report abuse

Cookies

We use essential cookies for:

• Security verification
• Basic functionality

Changes to Policy

We may update this policy at any time. Changes will be posted on this page.

Contact

For privacy concerns, contact: [email protected]