Privacy Policy

Privacy Policy for CuttGoo

Last Updated: June 2, 2026

Welcome to CuttGoo ("we," "our," or "us"), available at cuttgoo.com (the "Service"). CuttGoo is operated by an individual. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you create an account, purchase a subscription, or click on a shortened link generated through our Service.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using the Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

1. Information We Collect

We collect information from two distinct groups: Registered Members (both Free and Paid accounts) and Link Clickers (individuals who click a cuttgoo.com link).

A. Information from Registered Members

To use our URL shortening services, you must register for an account. We collect information when you sign up directly or choose to log in via a third-party authentication provider:

  • Account Information: If you register directly, we collect your name, username, email address, password, and account preferences.

  • Google Authentication Data: If you choose to log in alternatively using your Google/Gmail account, Google will prompt you for permission to share certain profile details with us. We collect and store your email address, name, and profile picture URL as provided by Google to create and authenticate your CuttGoo account.

  • Subscription & Payment Data: If you upgrade to a paid version, payments are processed securely through PayPal. We do not store or collect your payment card details on our servers. All financial data is provided directly to PayPal, whose use of your personal information is governed by their own Privacy Policy.

  • Content Provided: The original, long URLs that you submit to be shortened.

B. Information from Link Clickers (Analytics Data)

When someone clicks a shortened link generated by a CuttGoo member, we automatically process certain non-personally identifying information to provide analytics to the link creator:

  • IP Addresses: Processed to determine the approximate geographic location (country, region, or city) of the click.

  • Device and Browser Data: Operating system, browser type, device type (mobile vs. desktop), and language settings.

  • Referrer Information: The platform or website where the shortened link was clicked (e.g., social media networks, apps, or emails).

  • Timestamp: The exact date and time the link was clicked.

2. Third-Party Analytics and Advertising Tools

We use third-party tools on our website to analyze traffic and optimize our marketing efforts:

  • Matomo Analytics: We use Matomo to understand how visitors interact with cuttgoo.com. Matomo collects data regarding your browser type, operating system, and pages visited.

  • Meta Pixel: We use the Meta Pixel to track visitor behavior on our site. This allows us to measure the effectiveness of our advertising, optimize ads, and build targeted audiences for Meta platforms (like Facebook and Instagram). Meta may link this data to your Meta account if you are logged in.

3. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We and our third-party partners (like Meta and PayPal) use cookies—small text files saved on your device—to enhance your experience:

  • Essential Cookies: To keep you securely logged into your CuttGoo dashboard.

  • Performance & Analytics Cookies: Used by Matomo to track user journeys on our site.

  • Advertising Cookies: Used by Meta Pixel to serve personalized ads based on your visit to our site.

You can manage or disable cookies through your web browser's settings, although doing so may impact your ability to use certain features of the Service.

Use of Google User Data

When you authenticate your CuttGoo account using Google Services, we access your basic profile information solely to facilitate secure account creation and subsequent logins.

  • We only use your Google email address to identify your account and communicate essential service updates.

  • We do not access, read, or store your Gmail messages, contacts, or any other private data from your Google Account.

  • We do not share, sell, or transfer your Google user data to third parties, advertising platforms, or data brokers.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the data we collect to:

  • Provide, operate, and maintain CuttGoo (including free and paid tiers).

  • Generate click analytics dashboards for our registered members.

  • Process subscription payments via PayPal.

  • Monitor and prevent abuse, spam, phishing, or malware links.

  • Deliver targeted marketing and advertisements via Meta Pixel.

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell your personal data. We share information only under the following conditions:

  • Payment Processors: Your data is shared with PayPal to process paid subscription invoices.

  • Publicly Viewable Analytics: Depending on your member account settings, the basic click statistics of your shortened URLs might be publicly visible if a user appends a specific character (such as a + sign) to your shortened link.

  • Legal Requirements: We will disclose data if required by law, subpoena, or to protect the safety, rights, and security of our platform and users.

6. Data Security

The security of your personal data is vital to us. We use industry-standard encryption protocols (SSL/TLS) to secure data in transit. However, please remember that no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights (GDPR / CCPA)

Depending on your geographic location, you may have legal rights regarding your personal data under frameworks like the GDPR or CCPA/CPRA. These include the right to access, update, or request the permanent deletion of your account and personal information. To exercise these rights, please contact us at the email provided below.

8. Prohibited Use and Link Removal (Abuse Policy)

CuttGoo strictly prohibits shortening links that direct users to malware, phishing schemes, scams, spam, or copyrighted materials without proper authorization. We reserve the right to immediately remove any shortened link and terminate any free or paid account found violating these terms without prior notice or refund.

9. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the revised policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date at the top.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, or if you would like to request account deletion, please contact us at:

  • Email: webmaster@cuttgoo.com