Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

At 7lnk, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our URL shortening and content management platform ("Service").

By using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with our policies, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information you voluntarily provide when using our Service:

Data Type	Examples	Purpose
Account Information	Email, username, password	Account creation and authentication
Profile Information	Name, bio, avatar, social links	Personalization and public profiles
Content	URLs, surveys, forms, portfolios	Providing the Service
Payment Information	Transaction IDs, wallet addresses	Processing payments
Communications	Support tickets, messages	Customer support

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you use our Service, we automatically collect certain information:

Data Type	Details	Purpose
Device Information	Device type, OS, browser	Service optimization
Log Data	IP address, access times, pages viewed	Security and analytics
Location Data	Country, city (from IP)	Analytics and localization
Click Data	Link clicks, referrers, timestamps	Analytics for users
Cookies	Session IDs, preferences	Authentication and personalization

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide the Service: Create and manage your account, process your content, deliver analytics
• Improve the Service: Analyze usage patterns, fix bugs, develop new features
• Communicate: Send service updates, respond to inquiries, provide support
• Secure the Service: Detect fraud, prevent abuse, protect users and infrastructure
• Process Payments: Handle subscriptions and verify transactions
• Legal Compliance: Comply with applicable laws and regulations

3.1 Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Economic Area, we process your data based on:

• Contract: To provide our Service to you
• Consent: When you've given explicit consent (e.g., marketing)
• Legitimate Interests: For security, fraud prevention, and service improvement
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

4. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We may share information only in these circumstances:

• Service Providers: With vendors who assist in operating our Service (hosting, analytics), under strict confidentiality agreements
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Safety: To protect the rights, safety, or property of 7lnk, our users, or others
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets (you will be notified)
• With Your Consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing

4.1 Public Information

Certain information is public by design:

• Public short URLs and their destination
• Public profiles (/@username)
• Published portfolios and CVs
• Public surveys and forms

5. Data Storage & Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

• Encryption: All data transmitted using TLS/SSL encryption
• Password Hashing: Passwords are hashed using bcrypt (never stored in plain text)
• Access Controls: Strict employee access policies and authentication
• Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
• Backups: Regular encrypted backups with secure storage

While we strive to protect your data, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

6. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as necessary to provide the Service and fulfill the purposes described in this policy:

• Account Data: Retained while your account is active, plus 30 days after deletion
• Content: Retained while your account is active
• Analytics Data: Retained based on your plan (30 days to unlimited)
• Log Data: Retained for up to 12 months for security purposes
• Payment Records: Retained for 7 years as required by law

7. Your Rights

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

To exercise these rights, please contact us at [email protected]. We will respond within 30 days.

8. Cookies & Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies. For detailed information, please see our Cookie Policy.

Types of cookies we use:

• Essential: Required for the Service to function (authentication, security)
• Functional: Remember your preferences and settings
• Analytics: Help us understand how you use the Service

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.

9. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn that we have collected data from a child under 13, we will delete it promptly.

If you believe a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected].

10. International Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. These countries may have different data protection laws.

When transferring data internationally, we:

• Use Standard Contractual Clauses approved by relevant authorities
• Ensure adequate data protection measures are in place
• Comply with applicable data transfer regulations

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
• Sending an email to registered users
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top

We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

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

• Email: [email protected]
• Contact Form: Contact Page

For GDPR-related inquiries, you may also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.