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[[RepairShopr]], a [[Software as a service|software-as-a-service]] (SaaS) platform used primarily for [[customer-relationship management]] (CRM) and ticketing in repair shops, has as of December 2024 been the subject of scrutiny, because of changes in its [[terms of service]]. While the platform was previously praised for its utility and robust features, concerns have arisen about data-usage policies and subscription practices after its acquisition by [[Synchro]], leading to dissatisfaction among long-term users.<ref name=":1">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bu_rjYHZj9I</ref>

'''[[RepairShopr]]''', a [[Software as a service|software-as-a-service]] (SaaS) platform used primarily for [[customer-relationship management]] (CRM) and ticketing in repair shops, has as of December 2024 been the subject of scrutiny, because of changes in its [[terms of service]]. While the platform was previously praised for its utility and robust features, concerns have arisen about data-usage policies and subscription practices after its acquisition by [[Synchro]], leading to dissatisfaction among long-term users.<ref name=":1">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bu_rjYHZj9I "Repairshopr responds to TOS changes by gaslighting users: MIGRATE OFF THIS SINKING SHIP!"] - youtube.com - accessed 2025-02-03</ref>

==Background==

Initially developed by Troy Anderson, RepairShopr gained popularity as an affordable and effective CRM solution for repair businesses. Its features included [[QuickBooks]] integration, shipping automation, and caller-ID syncing with ticket statuses. Users valued its simplicity and responsiveness to feedback. Following its sale to Synchro, however, the platform has faced criticism for declining functionality, increased pricing, and controversial updates to its terms of service.<ref name=":2">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASJE0501nOA</ref>

Initially developed by Troy Anderson, RepairShopr gained popularity as an affordable and effective CRM solution for repair businesses. Its features included [[QuickBooks]] integration, shipping automation, and caller-ID syncing with ticket statuses. Users valued its simplicity and responsiveness to feedback. Following its sale to Synchro, however, the platform has faced criticism for declining functionality, increased pricing, and controversial updates to its terms of service.<ref name=":2">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASJE0501nOA "OPT OUT OF REPAIRSHOPR DATA COLLECTION NOW"] - youtube.com - accessed 2025-02-03</ref>

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-[[RepairShopr]], a [[Software as a service|software-as-a-service]] (SaaS) platform used primarily for [[customer-relationship management]] (CRM) and ticketing in repair shops, has as of December 2024 been the subject of scrutiny, because of changes in its [[terms of service]]. While the platform was previously praised for its utility and robust features, concerns have arisen about data-usage policies and subscription practices after its acquisition by [[Synchro]], leading to dissatisfaction among long-term users.<ref name=":1">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bu_rjYHZj9I</ref>
+'''[[RepairShopr]]''', a [[Software as a service|software-as-a-service]] (SaaS) platform used primarily for [[customer-relationship management]] (CRM) and ticketing in repair shops, has as of December 2024 been the subject of scrutiny, because of changes in its [[terms of service]]. While the platform was previously praised for its utility and robust features, concerns have arisen about data-usage policies and subscription practices after its acquisition by [[Synchro]], leading to dissatisfaction among long-term users.<ref name=":1">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bu_rjYHZj9I "Repairshopr responds to TOS changes by gaslighting users: MIGRATE OFF THIS SINKING SHIP!"] - youtube.com - accessed 2025-02-03</ref>
 ==Background==
-Initially developed by Troy Anderson, RepairShopr gained popularity as an affordable and effective CRM solution for repair businesses. Its features included [[QuickBooks]] integration, shipping automation, and caller-ID syncing with ticket statuses. Users valued its simplicity and responsiveness to feedback. Following its sale to Synchro, however, the platform has faced criticism for declining functionality, increased pricing, and controversial updates to its terms of service.<ref name=":2">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASJE0501nOA</ref>
+Initially developed by Troy Anderson, RepairShopr gained popularity as an affordable and effective CRM solution for repair businesses. Its features included [[QuickBooks]] integration, shipping automation, and caller-ID syncing with ticket statuses. Users valued its simplicity and responsiveness to feedback. Following its sale to Synchro, however, the platform has faced criticism for declining functionality, increased pricing, and controversial updates to its terms of service.<ref name=":2">[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ASJE0501nOA "OPT OUT OF REPAIRSHOPR DATA COLLECTION NOW"] - youtube.com - accessed 2025-02-03</ref>
 ==Key issues==
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 ==References==
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