📅 Effective Date: July 27, 2025
1. Introduction
Shortcuts Browser ("we," "our," or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and share information when you use our Shortcuts Browser mobile application (the "App").
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Information You Provide
- URLs: When you create shortcuts, the website URLs you enter are stored locally on your device only.
- Usage History: Your browsing history is stored locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers.
2.2 Information Automatically Collected
- Device Information: We may collect device identifiers for advertising purposes through Google AdMob.
- Usage Analytics: Basic app usage statistics may be collected to improve the app experience.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
- To provide and improve the App's functionality
- To display relevant advertisements through Google AdMob
- To analyze app usage and performance
4. Advertising
4.1 Google AdMob
Our App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use information about you, including:
- Device identifiers (such as advertising ID)
- Location data (if permitted)
- App usage information
4.2 Personalized Advertising
You can control personalized advertising through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising > Personalized Ads
For more information about Google's advertising practices, visit: https://policies.google.com/privacy
5. App Tracking Transparency
In accordance with iOS App Tracking Transparency framework, we will request your permission before tracking you across apps and websites for advertising purposes. You can:
- Grant or deny tracking permission when prompted
- Change your preference anytime in Settings > Privacy & Security > Tracking
6. Data Storage and Security
- Local Storage: Your shortcuts and browsing history are stored locally on your device
- No Cloud Sync: We do not sync your data to cloud services
- Security: We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information
7. Data Sharing
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except:
- Advertising Partners: Anonymous device identifiers may be shared with Google AdMob for advertising purposes
- Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights
8. Your Rights and Choices
You have the right to:
- Access: Request information about data we collect
- Delete: Request deletion of your data (note: most data is stored locally on your device)
- Opt-out: Disable personalized advertising through device settings