Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

This privacy policy describes how the os.md URL Shortener extension and website collect and use information.

Information We Collect

When you use our service to shorten a URL, we collect:

• URLs you submit - The long URLs you choose to shorten
• IP address - Your IP address at the time of URL creation
• Country - Derived from your IP address

How We Use Information

• To provide the URL shortening service
• To prevent abuse and spam
• To maintain service statistics

Information We Do NOT Collect

• Browsing history
• Personal information (name, email, etc.)
• Cookies for tracking (only functional cookies for session)

Browser Extension

The os.md browser extension:

• Only activates when you click on it
• Only accesses the current tab's URL when you choose to shorten it
• Does not track your browsing activity
• Does not collect any data in the background

Data Retention

Shortened URLs and associated metadata are stored indefinitely to ensure links continue to work. We do not sell or share your data with third parties.

Contact

For questions about this privacy policy, visit os.md.

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