Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 1, 2025

Your privacy matters to us. This policy explains how TeleGroups collects and uses information.

1. Information We Collect

When you use TeleGroups, we may collect:

Usage data — pages visited, search queries, device type, and browser information collected automatically via server logs.
Submitted content — when you submit a group or channel, we collect the title, link, description, and optionally your email address.
Contact information — if you contact us, we collect your name and email address.
Cookies — we use essential cookies only (no tracking or advertising cookies).

2. How We Use Your Information

To operate and improve the directory service.
To review and approve submitted groups and channels.
To send approval or rejection notifications (if email provided).
To analyse aggregate usage trends (not individual tracking).

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal information with third parties, except:

When required by law or legal process.
To protect the rights and safety of TeleGroups and its users.
With hosting providers who process data on our behalf (under strict confidentiality).

4. Telegram Groups & Channels

The groups and channels listed on this site are operated independently by third parties on Telegram. We are not responsible for their content. When you click a Telegram link, you are leaving our site and Telegram's own privacy policy applies.

5. Data Retention

Submitted group data is retained as long as it remains in our directory. Contact emails for submissions are deleted within 90 days of review completion. Server logs are retained for 30 days.

6. Your Rights

You may request deletion of any personal data you have submitted. Contact us at [email protected].

7. Security

We implement reasonable technical and organisational measures to protect your information. See our Security page for details.

8. Children

TeleGroups is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children.

9. Changes

We may update this policy occasionally. Continued use of the site after changes constitutes acceptance. The "Last updated" date above will reflect any changes.

10. Contact

Questions? Email us at [email protected].