Privacy Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2024 | Last Updated: January 1, 2024

Your Privacy Matters: This Privacy Policy explains how URLTexter ("we," "us," or "our") collects, uses, and protects your personal information when you use our affiliate program website and services.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Personal Information

When you participate in our affiliate program, we may collect the following personal information:

Information Type	Examples	Purpose
Contact Information	Name, email address, phone number	Account management, communication
Payment Information	PayPal email, bank details, tax ID	Commission payments, tax reporting
Professional Information	Website URL, business name, promotional methods	Application review, compliance monitoring
Marketing Preferences	Email subscription settings, communication preferences	Personalized communications, updates

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns, referral sources
Device Information: Browser type, operating system, device identifiers
Location Data: IP address, general geographic location
Technical Data: Log files, error reports, performance metrics

1.3 Third-Party Information

We may receive information about you from third-party services:

Rewardful: Affiliate tracking, performance data, commission calculations
Analytics Services: Google Analytics, website usage statistics
Payment Processors: PayPal, Wise, transaction confirmations
Social Media: Public profile information if you connect social accounts

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 Primary Uses

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Account Management: Creating and maintaining your affiliate account
Commission Processing: Calculating, tracking, and paying affiliate commissions
Communication: Sending program updates, promotional materials, and support
Compliance: Meeting legal and regulatory requirements, including tax reporting
Fraud Prevention: Detecting and preventing fraudulent activities
Service Improvement: Analyzing usage patterns to enhance our services

2.2 Marketing Communications

With your consent, we may use your information to:

Send affiliate program updates and announcements
Provide marketing tips and best practices
Notify you about new promotional materials or tools
Invite you to webinars, events, or training sessions

You can opt out of marketing communications at any time using the unsubscribe link in emails or by contacting us directly.

2.3 Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, we process your personal information based on:

Contract Performance: Processing necessary for our affiliate agreement
Legitimate Interests: Fraud prevention, service improvement, analytics
Consent: Marketing communications, optional data processing
Legal Obligation: Tax reporting, compliance with applicable laws

3. Information Sharing and Disclosure

3.1 Third-Party Service Providers

We share your information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our affiliate program:

Rewardful: Affiliate program management and tracking
Payment Processors: PayPal, Wise for commission payments
Analytics Providers: Google Analytics for website analytics
Email Service Providers: For sending program communications
Cloud Storage Providers: Secure data storage and backup

3.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information when required by law or to:

Comply with legal processes, court orders, or government requests
Enforce our terms of service or affiliate agreement
Protect our rights, property, or safety
Prevent fraud or investigate security incidents
Comply with tax reporting obligations

3.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the new entity, subject to the same privacy protections.

3.4 No Sale of Personal Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for their marketing purposes.

4. Data Security

4.1 Security Measures

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information:

Encryption: Data transmission and storage encryption
Access Controls: Limited access to personal information
Regular Audits: Security assessments and vulnerability testing
Staff Training: Privacy and security awareness training
Incident Response: Procedures for handling security breaches

4.2 Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as necessary to:

Provide affiliate program services
Comply with legal and tax obligations
Resolve disputes and enforce agreements
Prevent fraud and ensure security

Typically, we retain affiliate data for 7 years after account closure for tax and legal compliance purposes.

5. Your Privacy Rights

5.1 General Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Access: Request a copy of your personal information
Correction: Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Restriction: Limit how we process your information
Objection: Object to certain types of processing

5.2 GDPR Rights (EU Residents)

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under GDPR:

Right to withdraw consent at any time
Right to lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority
Right to object to direct marketing
Right not to be subject to automated decision-making

5.3 CCPA Rights (California Residents)

If you are a California resident, you have rights under CCPA including:

Right to know what personal information is collected
Right to delete personal information
Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information
Right to non-discrimination for exercising privacy rights

5.4 Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your privacy rights, contact us at:

Email: privacy@urltexter.com
Subject Line: "Privacy Rights Request"
Include: Your name, email address, and specific request

We will respond to your request within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

6. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

6.1 Types of Cookies

We use the following types of cookies and tracking technologies:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
Marketing Cookies: Used for targeted advertising and tracking campaigns
Affiliate Tracking: Track referrals and commission attribution

6.2 Third-Party Tracking

Third-party services may also set cookies and tracking technologies:

Google Analytics: Website traffic and user behavior analysis
Rewardful: Affiliate click and conversion tracking
Social Media Platforms: Social sharing and integration features

6.3 Cookie Management

You can control cookies through:

Browser settings and preferences
Our cookie consent banner (where applicable)
Third-party opt-out tools and services
Contacting us directly for assistance

7. International Data Transfers

7.1 Cross-Border Processing

Your personal information may be processed in countries other than your own, including the United States. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers.

7.2 Safeguards for EU Data

For transfers from the EU, we rely on:

Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
Adequacy decisions for certain countries
Other appropriate safeguards as required by GDPR

8. Children's Privacy

Our affiliate program is not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete it promptly.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will:

Post the updated policy on our website
Update the "Last Updated" date
Notify you of material changes via email
Obtain consent for changes that materially affect your rights

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any updates.

California "Shine the Light" Law: California residents may request information about third parties to whom we have disclosed personal information for direct marketing purposes. We do not share personal information with third parties for their direct marketing purposes.

10. Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

10.1 Privacy Contact

Email: privacy@urltexter.com
Subject Line: "Privacy Policy Inquiry"
Response Time: Within 5 business days

10.2 Data Protection Officer (EU)

For EU-related privacy matters, you may contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: dpo@urltexter.com
Subject Line: "GDPR Inquiry"

10.3 Supervisory Authority

EU residents have the right to lodge a complaint with their local supervisory authority if they believe we have not addressed their privacy concerns adequately.

Commitment to Privacy: URLTexter is committed to protecting your privacy and handling your personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy reflects our dedication to transparency and compliance with applicable privacy laws.