Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

ModelsGroup ("we," "our," or "us") operates the website https://modelsgroup.com (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or use our services.

By using our Service, you consent to the data practices described in this policy. If you do not agree with the practices described in this policy, please do not use our Service.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

• Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, username, name, and password.
• Profile Information: Bio, avatar/profile picture, background images, theme preferences, and font family choices.
• Content: Links you create, box links, social media links, flash campaigns, and any other content you upload or create.
• Google OAuth: When you sign in with Google, we receive your Google profile information including name, email address, and profile picture.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

• Usage Analytics: We track page views, link clicks, and user interactions to provide analytics for your profile.
• Referrer Data: We log referrer information to show you where your traffic comes from.
• Device Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers.
• Cookies: We use authentication tokens and session cookies to maintain your login status.

2.3 Uploaded Content

Files you upload including profile pictures, background images, and any media content for your links are stored on our servers and may be processed for optimization and display purposes.

3. How We Use Your Information

• Service Provision: To create and maintain your profile page, process your links, and provide analytics.
• Authentication: To verify your identity and maintain secure access to your account.
• Analytics: To provide you with insights about your profile performance, including view counts, click tracking, and referrer analysis.
• Communication: To send you important service updates, security notifications, and respond to your inquiries.
• Improvement: To analyze usage patterns and improve our Service functionality and user experience.
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and other harmful activities.
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws, regulations, and legal processes.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

4.1 Public Information

Your profile page, including your name, bio, links, and uploaded content, is publicly accessible to anyone who visits your profile URL (modelsgroup.com/[username]).

4.2 We Do Not Sell Personal Information

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

4.3 Limited Sharing

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party providers who assist us in operating our Service (hosting, analytics, etc.).
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government request.
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred.
• Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of ModelsGroup, our users, or others.

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:

• Encrypted data transmission using HTTPS/SSL
• Secure password hashing using bcrypt
• JWT-based authentication tokens
• Regular security monitoring and updates
• Restricted access to personal data on a need-to-know basis

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.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide you services. We will also retain and use your information as necessary to comply with our legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements.

Analytics data (page views, clicks, referrers) is retained indefinitely to provide historical insights for your account.

7. Your Rights and Choices

• Account Access: You can access and update your account information through your dashboard.
• Data Portability: You can export your data through your account settings.
• Account Deletion: You can delete your account, which will remove your personal information and profile.
• Communication Preferences: You can opt out of non-essential communications.
• Cookie Control: You can control cookies through your browser settings, though this may affect functionality.

8. Third-Party Services

Our Service may contain links to third-party websites or integrate with third-party services:

• Google OAuth: When you sign in with Google, you're subject to Google's Privacy Policy.
• External Links: Your profile may contain links to external websites that have their own privacy policies.
• Font Services: We use Google Fonts, which may collect usage data according to Google's privacy policy.

9. 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 are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to have that information removed.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure that such transfers are conducted in accordance with applicable privacy laws and with appropriate safeguards in place.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of the Service after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

• Website: https://modelsgroup.com
• Email: Contact us through our website