Privacy Policy

1. Who we are

Qero.cc is a QR and short-link platform that allows users to create short URLs, generate QR codes, and, where available, view analytics and manage routing.

2. Information we collect

Account information

If you create an account, we may collect your email address, username, password hash, and profile details such as first name and last name.

Link and QR data

We store the links, slugs, QR-related settings, routing rules, notes, campaign tags, and other content you create through the platform.

Usage and analytics data

When a Qero short link or QR code is used, we may collect technical and analytics information such as:

• date and time of the visit
• approximate location such as country or region
• device type
• browser and operating system
• referrer data
• whether the visit came from a QR scan
• hashed or pseudonymous visitor identifiers used for analytics

Payment information

If paid plans are enabled, payments are processed by Stripe. We do not store full payment card details on our servers. We may store limited billing references such as Stripe customer IDs and subscription IDs.

3. How we use information

• to provide and operate the Qero.cc service
• to create and manage short links and QR codes
• to display analytics and reporting
• to authenticate users and secure accounts
• to process subscriptions and billing
• to respond to support requests
• to prevent abuse, fraud, spam, and unlawful use
• to improve platform performance and features

4. Legal bases for processing

Where GDPR applies, we process personal data on the basis of contract performance, legitimate interests, legal obligations, and consent where required.

5. Cookies and similar technologies

Qero.cc may use essential cookies required for login, session handling, security, and core site functionality. We may also use analytics-related technologies where enabled.

6. Sharing of information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share information where necessary with hosting providers, payment processors such as Stripe, analytics or technical providers, and legal authorities where required by law.

7. Data retention

We retain personal data and service data for as long as needed to provide the service, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

8. Security

We use reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect data. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure.

9. Your rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, restrict, object to processing, and request portability where applicable.

10. Third-party links and destinations

Qero.cc links and QR codes may redirect to third-party websites. We are not responsible for third-party content, privacy practices, or security.

11. Children’s privacy

Qero.cc is not intended for children where use would violate applicable law.

12. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted on this page.

13. Contact

Email: [email protected]