Privacy Policy

dupeGuru is an open-source duplicate file finder designed for Windows, macOS, and Linux users. As part of our commitment to privacy, we do not collect unnecessary personal information and ensure that any data shared with us is handled responsibly and securely.

By accessing or using the dupeGuru website or software, you agree to the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

Information We Collect

We strive to minimize data collection and only gather what is necessary to improve our services. The information we may collect includes:

Information You Provide Voluntarily
  • When you contact us through email or our contact form, we may collect your name, email address, and message details.

  • If you submit feedback, bug reports, or feature requests, we may collect technical details relevant to your inquiry.

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, certain information may be automatically collected, such as:

  • Browser type and version

  • Operating system

  • IP address (for general analytics and security)

  • Pages visited and time spent on the site

This data is used purely for website performance monitoring, analytics, and improving user experience. It is not used for tracking or advertising purposes.

How We Use the Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

  • To respond to inquiries, requests, or feedback

  • To provide technical support or troubleshooting assistance

  • To improve website performance and content quality

  • To maintain and protect the security of our website and users

We do not sell, rent, or trade any personal information to third parties.

Data Retention

We retain collected information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy.
Emails, support messages, or feedback may be stored for record-keeping and follow-up but can be deleted upon request.

Cookies and Analytics

Our website may use basic cookies or analytics tools to understand how users interact with the site.
These cookies are anonymous and do not contain personal data.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings without affecting your ability to use the site.

Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
However, please note that no method of online transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Third Party Services

In some cases, dupeGuru may use third-party tools (such as hosting providers or analytics services) to operate the website efficiently.
These third parties are required to comply with standard data protection and privacy laws and are not authorized to use your data for any unrelated purposes.

Children’s Privacy

Our website and software are not intended for children under 13 years of age.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us to remove it immediately.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your personal data

  • Withdraw consent to data processing

To exercise these rights, you may contact us using the details provided below.