Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 8, 2025
At Lynq.ink, we take your privacy seriously. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide
We collect information you provide directly to us, including:
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, username, and password.
- Profile Information: Information you add to your profile such as display name, bio, and avatar image.
- Content: The links, titles, and other content you create on the platform.
- Payment Information: If you subscribe to a paid plan, our payment processor (Stripe) collects your payment details. We do not store your full credit card information.
- Communications: When you contact us, we collect the information you provide in your messages.
Information Collected Automatically
When you use our service, we automatically collect certain information, including:
- Usage Data: Information about how you use our service, including pages visited and features used.
- Analytics Data: When visitors click links on your profile, we collect anonymous analytics including approximate location (country, city), device type, and browser information.
- Log Data: Server logs that may include your IP address, browser type, and access times.
- Cookies: We use cookies and similar technologies to maintain your session and preferences.
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our services
- 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 transactions and abuse
- Personalize and improve your experience
Information Sharing
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- Service Providers: With third-party vendors who perform services on our behalf (e.g., payment processing, email delivery, hosting).
- Legal Requirements: If required by law or in response to valid legal requests.
- Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
- With Your Consent: When you have given us explicit permission to share your information.
Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services:
- Stripe: For payment processing. See Stripe's Privacy Policy.
- Resend: For email delivery. See Resend's Privacy Policy.
- Uploadthing: For file uploads. See Uploadthing's Privacy Policy.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. You can request deletion of your account and associated data at any time by contacting us.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
- Correction: Request that we correct inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Deletion: Request that we delete your personal information.
- Export: Request a portable copy of your data.
- Opt-out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time.
Cookies
We use essential cookies to maintain your login session and remember your preferences. These cookies are necessary for the service to function properly.
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.
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.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: