Privacy Policy
Last updated: February 3, 2026
1. Introduction
screenurl ("we", "our", or "us") respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website screenshot API service.
2. Information We Collect
2.1 Account Information
When you create an account, we collect:
- Email address
- Password (stored securely using bcrypt hashing)
- Account creation date
- Subscription tier
2.2 Usage Data
When you use our API, we collect:
- URLs you request screenshots of
- Screenshot parameters (viewport size, format, etc.)
- Timestamps of API requests
- API key usage counts
- IP addresses (for rate limiting)
2.3 Technical Data
We automatically collect:
- Browser type and version
- Device information
- Log data and error reports
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and maintain our Service
- Process your API requests and generate screenshots
- Manage your account and subscriptions
- Track usage and enforce rate limits
- Communicate with you about service updates, billing, and support
- Improve our Service and develop new features
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Comply with legal obligations
4. Data Storage and Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data:
- Passwords are hashed using bcrypt with salting
- API keys are stored with cryptographic hashes
- All data transmission uses HTTPS encryption
- Database access is restricted and monitored
- Regular security audits and updates
Screenshots are cached temporarily (up to 1 hour) to improve performance and are automatically deleted afterward.
5. Data Sharing
We do NOT sell your personal data. We may share data with:
- Service providers: Payment processors (LemonSqueezy), hosting providers, and analytics services
- Legal authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights
- Business transfers: In connection with mergers, acquisitions, or asset sales
6. Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access: Request a copy of your personal data
- Rectification: Correct inaccurate or incomplete data
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
- Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
- Objection: Object to certain processing of your data
- Restriction: Request restriction of processing
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@automata.army.
7. Cookies
We use essential cookies to maintain your session and preferences. These cookies are necessary for the Service to function and cannot be disabled.
We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.
8. Third-Party Services
Our Service integrates with:
- LemonSqueezy: For payment processing. Their privacy policy applies to payment data.
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party services.
9. Data Retention
We retain your data as follows:
- Account data: Until you delete your account
- Usage logs: 90 days for operational purposes
- Screenshots: Cached for up to 1 hour, then deleted
- Billing records: As required by law (typically 7 years)
10. International Data Transfers
Our servers are located in the United States. If you are accessing the Service from outside the US, please be aware that your data may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the US where data protection laws may differ from those in your jurisdiction.
11. Children's Privacy
Our Service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.
12. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
13. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:
Email: hello@automata.army