At TheTinyURLs.com, we are committed to providing a reliable and long-lasting URL-shortening service. This Link Retention Policy outlines the conditions under which shortened URLs are maintained, expired, or deleted from our platform.
Permanent Links: Unless otherwise specified, all shortened URLs created on TheTinyURLs.com are intended to remain active indefinitely. We do not automatically expire or delete shortened URLs, ensuring their availability for as long as possible.
Active Use: Shortened URLs that receive regular traffic will remain active and accessible without limitation.
Inactivity Threshold: Shortened URLs that have not been accessed for a period of [Insert period, e.g., 12 months] may be marked as inactive. Inactive URLs may be subject to deletion if deemed necessary to manage system resources or maintain performance.
User Notification: Before an inactive link is deleted, the creator of the link will be notified via the email address associated with the account. Users will have [Insert Period, e.g., 30 days] to reactivate the link by generating traffic to the shortened URL.
Extended Retention for Premium Users: Users who subscribe to our premium services may benefit from extended link retention periods, ensuring that their shortened URLs are preserved for longer durations, even if inactive.
Custom Expiration Settings: Premium users may also have the option to set custom expiration dates for their shortened URLs or specify permanent retention, regardless of inactivity.
Violation of Policies: Shortened URLs found to violate our Terms of Service, Acceptable Use Policy, or DMCA Policy (e.g., for hosting malicious content or violating intellectual property rights) will be immediately suspended or deleted, regardless of activity level.
Account Termination: If a user’s account is terminated due to a breach of our policies, all shortened URLs associated with that account may be deleted without notice.
User Control: Users can delete shortened URLs at any time through their account dashboard. Once deleted, the shortened URL will no longer be accessible or recoverable.
Account Closure: When a user deletes their account, all associated shortened URLs will be permanently removed from our system.
Reclaimed URLs: In some cases, TheTinyURLs.com reserves the right to reclaim and repurpose shortened URLs that have been inactive or deleted for an extended period. This will only occur after the user has been notified and allowed to reactivate the URL.
Link Analytics: For tracking purposes, TheTinyURLs.com retains analytics data related to shortened URLs (such as click counts and geographical data) for as long as the link is active. Upon deletion or expiration of the link, related data may also be purged from our system .
We reserve the right to modify this Link Retention Policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated policy will include the effective date of the revision. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed of any updates.
If you have any questions about this Link Retention Policy, or if you need assistance with managing your shortened URLs, please contact us at:
Email: support@thetinyurls.com