Privacy Policy

   

Privacy Policy for QR Reader Scanner 

Scope and Responsible Entity

This privacy policy explains how we handle information in our QR Scanner application available on the iOS App Store.

Developer Information: [Sami Ullah] [Islamabad, Pakistan] [Sami.ios798@gmail.com]

Overview

Our QR Scanner app is designed to scan QR codes and barcodes locally on your device. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our data practices.

Information We Do NOT Collect

We want to be clear about what we don't collect:

• No Personal Information: We do not collect names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other personal identifiers
• No Account Creation: Our app does not require user accounts or registration
• No Location Data: We do not access or store your location information
• No Contact Information: We do not access your contacts, calendar, or other personal data
• No User-Generated Content: Scanned QR codes and their history are stored only on your device

Information We May Collect

Device and Usage Information

We may collect limited technical information to improve app performance:

• Device type and operating system version
• App crashes and performance data
• General usage statistics (which features are used most frequently)

Camera Access

• Purpose: Required to scan QR codes and barcodes
• Storage: Images are processed locally and not stored or transmitted
• Permission: You control camera access through iOS settings

Third-Party Services

Google Firebase

We use Google Firebase for:

• Remote Configuration: To manage app features and settings remotely
• Analytics: To understand app usage patterns and improve performance
• Crash Reporting: To identify and fix app issues

Firebase may collect device identifiers, app usage data, and crash reports. For more information, visit: https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy

Google AdMob (Advertising)

We display advertisements to support our free app. Google AdMob may collect:

• Device advertising identifiers
• IP address
• App usage information
• Ad interaction data

Your Control: You can limit ad tracking in iOS Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising

For more information about Google's advertising practices: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

Data Storage and Processing

Local Storage

• QR code scan history is stored locally on your device
• You can delete this history at any time through the app settings
• This data is not transmitted to our servers

Children's Privacy

Our app does not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. The app is designed to be safe for users of all ages. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child under 13, please contact us to have it removed.

Your Rights and Choices

You have the following rights regarding your information:

• Camera Access: Can be revoked at any time in iOS Settings
• Ad Tracking: Can be limited in iOS Privacy settings
• Local Data: Can be deleted through the app's settings
• App Removal: Uninstalling the app removes all locally stored data

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect information:

• All data transmission uses secure HTTPS connections
• Local data is protected by iOS security features
• We regularly update our security practices

International Data Transfers

Some of our service providers (Google Firebase, AdMob) may process data in countries outside your region. These transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing includes:

• Legitimate Interest: For analytics and app improvement
• Consent: For advertising (where required)
• Necessary for Service: For core app functionality

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. We will notify users of significant changes by:

• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Providing in-app notifications for material changes

Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Email: sami.ios798@gmail.com 

For users in the European Union, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

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Quick Summary

What we collect: Limited technical data for app improvement and advertising What we don't collect: Personal information, location data, or user content Your control: You can disable camera access, limit ad tracking, and delete local data Data storage: QR scan history stays on your device unless you enable iCloud backup Third parties: We use Google services for analytics and advertising

This privacy policy is designed to be transparent about our minimal data collection practices while ensuring you understand your rights and our commitments to protecting your privacy.