Privacy Policy

At linkly , we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

1. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, username, display name, and password when you create an account
• Profile Information: Bio, avatar, and other optional profile details
• Content: Collections, links, comments, and other content you create
• Communications: Messages you send to us for support or feedback

Information Collected Automatically

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, and interactions with content
• Device Information: Browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
• Log Data: IP address, access times, and referring URLs
• Cookies: Session cookies and preferences (see Cookie section below)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Create and manage your account
• Personalize your experience and content recommendations
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send you technical notices, updates, and support messages
• Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
• Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities
• Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent or illegal activities
• Comply with legal obligations

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• Public Content: Your public profile, collections, and activity are visible to other users
• Service Providers: Third-party vendors who help us operate our service (hosting, analytics, email)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly agree to share information

4. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar technologies to:

• Keep you logged in to your account
• Remember your preferences (like dark mode)
• Understand how you use our service
• Improve our service based on usage patterns

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information, including:

• Encryption of data in transit (HTTPS) and at rest
• Secure password hashing
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Access controls and authentication

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security of your data.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We may retain certain information as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

When you delete your account, we will delete or anonymize your personal information within 30 days, except where we are required to retain it for legal purposes.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your data
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
• Restriction: Request restriction of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected].

8. Children''s Privacy

Linkly is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected such information, we will delete it promptly.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links

Our service contains links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to read their privacy policies.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website or sending you an email. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at: