At OneTime Link, privacy is not just a policy; it's our product. This document explains how we handle your data, focusing on our commitment to zero-knowledge regarding your secrets.
1. Information We Collect
We collect two types of data:
A. The "Secret" Content
When you create a link, the content (text/password) is encrypted and stored on our servers. This data is kept only until the link is visited once or expires. Upon that event, it is immediately erased from the database.
B. Usage Data & Logs
Like most websites, we collect non-identifiable data such as browser type, referring site, and the date/time of each visitor request. This helps us understand how the site is used and protect against abuse (DDoS, spam).
2. Advertising & Analytics
To keep this service free, we use third-party services for monetization and analysis:
- Google Analytics: We use this to understand traffic patterns. Google Analytics collects IP addresses anonymously.
- Google AdSense: Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our sites and/or other sites on the Internet.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
3. Data Retention
Secrets: Deleted immediately after viewing or expiration (whichever comes first).
Server Logs: Retained for a limited period for security auditing and then rotated/deleted.
Cookies: See our Cookie Policy for specific durations.
4. Security Measures
We employ industry-standard security measures including SSL/TLS encryption for data in transit and robust encryption for data at rest. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.
5. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.
Last Updated: December 2025