Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to QRShrt ("we," "our," or "us"). We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

• Account Information: Email address, username, display name, password
• Payment Information: Processed securely through Stripe (we do not store credit card details)
• Content: Photos, videos, titles, descriptions, and uploader names you choose to share
• Shipping Information: Name, address, phone number for physical product delivery

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Data: Pages visited, features used, time spent on the service
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system
• Cookies: We use cookies to maintain your session and improve user experience

3. How We Use Your Information

• Provide, maintain, and improve our services
• Process transactions and send related information
• Send administrative information, updates, and security alerts
• Respond to your comments, questions, and customer service requests
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns and trends
• Detect, prevent, and address technical issues and fraudulent activity
• Fulfill orders for physical products (t-shirts, accessories)

4. Data Storage and Security

We use Firebase (Google Cloud Platform) to store your data. Your content is stored securely with industry-standard encryption. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Your Responsibilities: You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials and for all activities under your account.

5. Data Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Your Consent: When you choose to share content publicly via your QR code
• Service Providers: Third parties who perform services on our behalf (Stripe for payments, Firebase for hosting, print-on-demand partners for physical products)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law or to protect our rights and safety
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, sale, or acquisition

6. Your Rights and Choices

• Access: Request access to your personal data
• Correction: Update or correct your information through your account settings
• Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Download: Download all your uploaded content at any time
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing emails (service emails may still be sent)

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@qrshrt.com

7. Content You Upload

Public Nature: Content uploaded to your QR code page is accessible to anyone with the link. Do not upload sensitive, private, or confidential information.

Content Ownership: You retain all rights to your content. By using our service, you grant us a license to store, display, and transmit your content solely to provide the service.

Third-Party Uploads: You are responsible for content uploaded to your page by third parties. You can delete any content at any time.

8. 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 believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this privacy policy.

10. Data Retention

We retain your information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide services. You may delete your account and content at any time. Some information may be retained for legal or legitimate business purposes.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by email or through a notice on our website. Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our practices, please contact us:

• Email: privacy@qrshrt.com
• Website: qrshrt.com