Privacy Policy
Last updated: July 4, 2026
This policy describes how Groupshr collects, uses, and protects your information. We built this Service around a simple principle: collect only what's needed to run the directory, and never sell your data.
1. Introduction
This Privacy Policy explains how Groupshr ("we", "us") collects, uses, discloses, and safeguards your information when you use our Service. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
2. Information We Collect
We collect the following categories of information:
- Account information: your email address and username when you create an account.
- Submitted content: group names, links, descriptions, and any other details you submit. Submitted group information is displayed publicly on the Service.
- Usage data: pages visited, actions taken, and general interaction data used to maintain and improve the Service.
- Technical data: IP address, browser type, and device information collected automatically for security and diagnostic purposes.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Create and manage your account, including authentication and password recovery.
- Display submitted group listings publicly on the Service.
- Maintain session state and keep you signed in.
- Detect, prevent, and address fraud, abuse, and security issues.
- Communicate with you about your account or changes to our policies.
5. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal data. We do not share your personal data with third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:
- With service providers who help us operate the Service (such as hosting or email delivery), under obligations to protect your data.
- When required by law, legal process, or to protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or the public.
- In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, with notice to affected users.
Content you choose to submit, such as group listings, is public by design and visible to anyone using the Service.
6. Data Retention
We retain your account information for as long as your account remains active. If you delete your account, we will remove your personal information within a reasonable timeframe, except where we are required to retain certain data to comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, or enforce our agreements. Publicly submitted group listings may remain visible unless you request their removal.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures, including encrypted password storage and secure session handling, to protect your information from unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you.
- Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.
- Request deletion of your account and associated personal data.
- Object to or restrict certain processing of your data.
To exercise any of these rights, please reach out through our contact page.
9. Children's Privacy
The Service is not directed at children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
10. Third-Party Links
The Service contains links to groups and platforms operated by third parties. This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third parties, and we are not responsible for their privacy practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party platform before providing your information.
11. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Material changes will be indicated by updating the "last updated" date below. Your continued use of the Service after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please reach out through our contact page.