1 Introduction
This Privacy Policy describes our practices regarding information collected through ExpandURL.net (the "Service"). By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
We built ExpandURL.net to be a simple, privacy-respecting tool. We do not require accounts, and we do not build profiles of our users.
2 Information We Collect
We do not collect any personal information about you. We do not require registration, and we do not ask for your name, email address, or any other identifying details to use the Service.
Like most websites, our server and hosting provider may automatically log standard technical data (such as IP address, browser type, and access times) for security and infrastructure purposes. This data is not used to identify individual users and is not linked to any URLs you check.
3 URLs You Submit
When you submit a shortened URL for expansion or checking, we do not store the URLs you enter. Each request is processed to return the destination link, redirect chain, and related metadata to you in real time, and is not retained afterwards.
We do not build a history of the links you have checked, and we do not associate any submitted URL with you personally.
4 Cookies and Advertising
We use Google Ads to display advertising on the Service. Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to ExpandURL.net and/or other sites on the Internet. You may opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
We do not control the cookies set by Google or other third-party advertising providers, and this Privacy Policy does not cover their use of your information. We encourage you to review Google's own privacy policy for further detail on how they handle data.
5 Third-Party Links
The Service displays information about, and links to, third-party websites as part of its core function of revealing shortened URL destinations. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites.
We recommend reviewing the privacy policy of any third-party website you visit, including any destination site revealed through our Service.
6 Limitation of Liability
The Service is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect any information from children. As we do not collect personal information from any user, no such information is knowingly collected from children either.
7 Data Security
Because we do not collect or store personal information or the URLs you check, there is minimal personal data at risk. Standard technical safeguards are used to protect the operation and integrity of the Service itself.
8 Your Choices
Since we do not collect personal information, there is no personal data for us to provide, correct, or delete on your behalf. If you wish to limit ad personalisation, you can adjust your preferences directly through Google Ads Settings or your browser's cookie settings.
9 Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we handle information. Continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
10 Contact Us
Contact form: expandurl.net/contact
We aim to respond to all enquiries within 2–3 business days.