Privacy PolicyPrivacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.
Last updated: November 5, 2025
OverviewShortQR ("we," "us," or "our") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our URL shortening and QR code generation service.
By using ShortQR, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
Information We CollectPersonal Information
We collect personal information that you provide directly to us:
- • Account information (name, email address) when you create an account
- • Payment information when you subscribe to our Pro plan
- • Profile information you choose to provide
Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information when you use our service:
- • IP addresses and geolocation data
- • Browser type, version, and language
- • Operating system and device information
- • Usage patterns and click analytics
- • Referral sources and timestamps
Cookies and Tracking
We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience:
- • Essential cookies for authentication and security
- • Analytics cookies to understand usage patterns
- • Preference cookies to remember your settings
How We Use Your InformationWe use the information we collect for the following purposes:
- • Service Provision: To provide, maintain, and improve our URL shortening and QR code services
- • Account Management: To create and manage your account, process payments, and communicate with you
- • Analytics: To track link performance, generate reports, and provide insights
- • Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
- • Legal Compliance: To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms
- • Communication: To send service updates, marketing communications (with consent), and respond to inquiries
Data Sharing and DisclosureWe do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share your information in the following circumstances:
- • Service Providers: With trusted third-party service providers who help us operate our service (hosting, payment processing, analytics)
- • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
- • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
- • Consent: With your explicit consent
- • Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
Data SecurityWe implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
- Encryption of data in transit and at rest
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and authentication requirements
- Secure data centers and infrastructure
However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:
- • Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
- • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
- • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements)
- • Portability: Request transfer of your data in a structured format
- • Opt-out: Opt-out of marketing communications or certain data processing
- • Restriction: Request limitation of how we process your information
To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@shortqr.xyz
Cookies PolicyWe use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences, though disabling certain cookies may affect functionality.
For more detailed information about our use of cookies, please see our Cookie Policy section below.
Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information.
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers comply with applicable data protection laws and implement appropriate safeguards.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@shortqr.xyz
- Address: [Your Business Address]