Terms of Service

Last updated: January 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using ShopShortLink ("Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provisions of this agreement. If you do not agree to these Terms of Service, please do not use our Service.

2. Description of Service

ShopShortLink is a URL shortening service specifically designed for e-commerce platforms including Shopee, Lazada, TikTok Shop, and other online marketplaces. The Service allows users to:

  • Create shortened URLs for e-commerce product links
  • Use custom subdomains for branded short links
  • Share shortened URLs across multiple platforms

3. User Responsibility and Acceptable Use Policy

IMPORTANT: You are fully responsible for all URLs you shorten and the content they link to.

By using ShopShortLink, you represent and warrant that you have the right to shorten each URL and that the destination content complies with all applicable laws and these Terms of Service.

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes. You are strictly prohibited from creating or sharing shortened URLs that link to:

  • Illegal Content: Any content that violates local, state, national, or international law
  • Malicious Content: Malware, viruses, trojan horses, worms, spyware, ransomware, or any other harmful code
  • Phishing and Scams: Phishing sites, fraudulent schemes, pyramid schemes, or deceptive practices
  • Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM): Any sexual content involving minors, including but not limited to child pornography, child exploitation, or child abuse imagery
  • Terrorist Content: Content promoting or facilitating terrorism or violent extremism
  • Harassment and Threats: Content that harasses, threatens, bullies, or incites violence against individuals or groups
  • Hate Speech: Content that promotes hatred or discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or other protected characteristics
  • Copyright Infringement: Unauthorized copyrighted material or content that infringes on intellectual property rights of others
  • Spam and Abuse: Using the Service to spam, send unsolicited communications, or engage in abusive behavior
  • Unauthorized Access: Links designed to gain unauthorized access to computer systems, networks, or user accounts
  • Misleading Content: Deceptive, misleading, or fraudulent content designed to trick users
  • Prohibited Goods/Services: Illegal drugs, weapons, counterfeit goods, or other prohibited items

You are also prohibited from:

  • Creating excessive numbers of URLs in an automated manner without authorization
  • Attempting to reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or hack the Service
  • Circumventing or interfering with security features of the Service
  • Using the Service in a manner that could damage, disable, or impair our infrastructure
  • Impersonating any person or entity, or falsely stating or misrepresenting your affiliation

Zero Tolerance Policy

We have a zero-tolerance policy for child sexual abuse material (CSAM), terrorism, and other illegal content. Violations will result in immediate termination of service and reporting to appropriate law enforcement authorities.

4. Custom Subdomains

Custom subdomains are provided on a first-come, first-served basis. We reserve the right to:

  • Reject or remove subdomains that violate these Terms
  • Reject subdomains that are offensive, misleading, or infringe on trademarks
  • Reclaim subdomains that remain inactive for extended periods

5. Neutral Platform Position and Content Liability

ShopShortLink is a Neutral Technical Platform

ShopShortLink operates as a neutral technical service provider that allows users to create shortened URLs. We do not create, select, modify, or control the content of destination URLs. We act solely as a passive conduit for user-generated links.

You expressly acknowledge and agree that:

  • No Content Review: We do not pre-screen, monitor, review, or endorse shortened URLs or their destination content
  • User Responsibility: Users, not ShopShortLink, are solely responsible for the URLs they shorten and the content they link to
  • No Guarantees: We make no representations or warranties about the content, safety, legality, accuracy, or availability of destination URLs
  • Use at Your Own Risk: You access and use shortened URLs and their destinations entirely at your own risk
  • No Liability: ShopShortLink is not responsible or liable for any content, actions, or consequences arising from shortened URLs created by users
  • Third-Party Content: Destination URLs may lead to third-party websites over which we have no control and assume no responsibility

Link Removal and Enforcement

We reserve the right, but have no obligation, to:

  • Remove or disable any shortened URL at any time, for any reason, without prior notice
  • Investigate and take action against URLs reported as violating these Terms
  • Suspend or terminate user access for violations of these Terms
  • Cooperate with law enforcement and legal authorities regarding illegal content
  • Preserve evidence and user information related to violations

Notice: No Guarantee of Link Availability

Shortened URLs may be disabled or removed at any time without notice if they violate these Terms, are reported for abuse, or for any other reason at our sole discretion. We do not guarantee permanent availability of any shortened URL.

6. Service Availability

While we strive to provide reliable service, we do not guarantee:

  • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • Permanent storage of shortened URLs
  • Specific uptime percentages or service levels

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time with or without notice.

7. Data and Privacy

Your use of the Service is also governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you consent to our collection and use of data as described in the Privacy Policy.

8. Reporting Abuse and DMCA

Report Violations

If you believe a shortened URL violates these Terms, links to illegal content, or infringes your rights, please report it immediately to support@shopshortlink.com with:

  • The shortened URL in question
  • Description of the violation or concern
  • Your contact information
  • Any relevant supporting evidence

We will investigate reports and take appropriate action, which may include disabling the link, suspending user access, or reporting to law enforcement.

DMCA Copyright Notices

If you believe content linked through our Service infringes your copyright, please send a DMCA notice to support@shopshortlink.com containing:

  • Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
  • The shortened URL containing the allegedly infringing content
  • Your contact information (name, address, email, phone)
  • A statement of good faith belief that the use is not authorized
  • A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act
  • Your physical or electronic signature

9. Intellectual Property

The Service, including its original content, features, and functionality, is owned by ShopShortLink and is protected by international copyright, trademark, patent, trade secret, and other intellectual property laws.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ShopShortLink, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • URLs you create or shorten using the Service
  • Content linked through your shortened URLs
  • Your violation of these Terms of Service
  • Your violation of any rights of another person or entity
  • Any illegal, harmful, or infringing content you link to

11. Termination and Suspension

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason, including but not limited to:

  • Breach of these Terms of Service
  • Creating links to prohibited content
  • Abusive, fraudulent, or illegal activity
  • Repeated violations after warnings
  • Request from law enforcement or legal authorities
  • Any conduct that we, in our sole discretion, believe is harmful to the Service, other users, or third parties

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will immediately cease, and we may disable all shortened URLs associated with your use.

12. Disclaimer of Warranties

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NON-INFRINGEMENT.

WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, TIMELY, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT ANY SHORTENED URLS WILL BE PERMANENTLY AVAILABLE. YOU USE THE SERVICE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

13. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL SHOPSHORTLINK, ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR AFFILIATES BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

  • Your use or inability to use the Service
  • Any shortened URLs or destination content accessed through the Service
  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
  • Statements or conduct of any third party on or through the Service
  • Any content obtained from the Service or destination URLs
  • Any malicious, fraudulent, or illegal content accessed through shortened URLs
  • Deletion, corruption, or failure to store any shortened URLs or data
  • Any other matter relating to the Service

SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF CERTAIN WARRANTIES OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. IN SUCH JURISDICTIONS, OUR LIABILITY WILL BE LIMITED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW.

14. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time. We will provide notice of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Service after such modifications constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

15. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of your jurisdiction, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court for violations of intellectual property rights or breaches of confidentiality.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced with a valid provision that most closely reflects the intent of the original provision.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms of Service, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and ShopShortLink regarding the use of the Service and supersede any prior agreements.

18. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms, need to report abuse, submit DMCA notices, or have legal inquiries, please contact us at support@shopshortlink.com.

Summary: By using ShopShortLink, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for the URLs you shorten and their content. ShopShortLink is a neutral technical platform that does not pre-screen or control user-generated content. We may disable any link at any time without notice. You must not create links to illegal, malicious, fraudulent, or harmful content. Violations may result in immediate termination and reporting to authorities.