QR Scanner Privacy Policy

1. PERSONAL INFORMATION COLLECTED BY US

QR Scanner collects limited personal information necessary to provide QR code scanning services. This may include:

• Device information (device type, operating system, unique device identifiers)
• Usage data (scan history, frequency of use, app performance metrics)
• Camera access permissions (required for QR code scanning functionality)
• Storage permissions (for saving scan history and created QR codes)
• Location data (only if explicitly granted and needed for location-based QR codes)
• Contact information (only if you choose to create contact QR codes)

QR Scanner prioritizes user privacy and only collects information that is essential for providing our core scanning functionality. Users can choose not to provide certain information, though this may limit some features of the application.

2. HOW QR SCANNER USES PERSONAL INFORMATION

QR Scanner uses collected information for the following purposes:

• Providing QR code scanning and generation services
• Maintaining scan history for user convenience
• Improving app performance and fixing technical issues
• Analyzing usage patterns to enhance user experience
• Ensuring app security and preventing fraudulent activities
• Providing customer support when requested
• Complying with legal requirements and regulations

We do not use personal information for marketing purposes or share it with third parties for advertising. All scanned QR code content is processed locally on your device and is not transmitted to our servers unless explicitly required for specific features.

3. DATA STORAGE AND SECURITY

QR Scanner implements robust security measures to protect user data:

• Scan history is stored locally on your device by default
• All data transmission uses industry-standard encryption
• We implement access controls and security protocols to prevent unauthorized access
• Regular security audits and updates to maintain data protection standards
• No sensitive information from scanned QR codes is stored on our servers

Users are responsible for securing their devices and can delete their scan history at any time through the app settings.

4. INFORMATION SHARING

QR Scanner does not sell, rent, or share personal information with third parties except in the following limited circumstances:

• When required by law or legal process
• To protect user safety in emergency situations
• With trusted service providers who assist in app functionality (under strict privacy agreements)
• In case of business transfers (with continued privacy protection)

We will notify users of any data sharing and provide options to decline where legally possible.

5. USER RIGHTS AND CHOICES

Users have the following rights regarding their personal information:

• Access and review collected information
• Update or correct personal information
• Delete scan history and account data
• Control app permissions (camera, storage, location)
• Opt-out of data collection for non-essential features
• Request data portability or account deletion

To exercise these rights, users can access app settings or contact our support team.

6. CHILDREN'S PRIVACY

QR Scanner is suitable for users of all ages. If you are under 18 years old, please obtain consent from a parent or guardian before using our application. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without parental consent. If we become aware of such collection, we will take immediate steps to delete the information.

7. DATA RETENTION

QR Scanner retains personal information only for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Scan history stored locally on your device can be deleted at any time. We periodically review and delete unnecessary data in accordance with our data retention policies and applicable laws.

8. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Users will be notified of significant changes through the app or via email (if provided). Continued use of QR Scanner after such notifications constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.