Privacy Policy

Introduction

At QR Generator, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of any information you provide. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our QR code generation services.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

Data You Provide to Generate QR Codes

When you use our QR code generator, you may provide various types of information depending on the QR code type you select, such as:

• URLs and website addresses
• Text content and messages
• Contact information (names, phone numbers, email addresses)
• WiFi network credentials
• Location coordinates
• Social media profiles
• Payment information
• Event details

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect certain information about your device and browsing behavior:

• Log Information: IP address, browser type, operating system, referring URLs, and access times
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and click data
• Device Information: Device type, screen resolution, and browser settings

Contact Form Information

When you contact us through our contact form, we collect:

• Name and email address
• Subject and message content
• Date and time of submission

This information is used solely to respond to your inquiry and is retained only as long as necessary to provide support.

How We Use Your Information

QR Code Generation Data

Information provided for QR code generation is used exclusively to create your requested QR code and is immediately discarded after processing. We do not:

• Store or retain your QR code data
• Share your data with third parties
• Use your data for marketing purposes
• Create profiles or track your QR code usage

Website Usage Data

Automatically collected information is used to:

• Provide and maintain our service
• Monitor and analyze usage patterns
• Improve our website performance and user experience
• Detect and prevent technical issues
• Ensure website security and prevent abuse

Contact Information

Information submitted through our contact form is used to:

• Respond to your inquiries and provide support
• Improve our services based on your feedback
• Communicate with you about your requests

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following limited circumstances:

Service Providers

We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, such as:

• Web hosting providers
• Analytics services (Google Analytics)
• Content delivery networks

These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the specific services they provide to us.

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information if required to do so by law or if we believe such action is necessary to:

• Comply with legal process or government requests
• Enforce our terms of service
• Protect the rights, property, or safety of our users or others
• Investigate potential violations of law

Business Transfers

In the unlikely event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the business transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.

Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction:

Technical Safeguards

• Encryption: All data transmitted to and from our website is encrypted using SSL/TLS protocols
• Secure Servers: Our servers are hosted in secure data centers with physical and network security controls
• Access Controls: Limited access to systems and data on a need-to-know basis
• Regular Updates: We keep our systems and software updated with the latest security patches

Operational Safeguards

• Regular security assessments and audits
• Incident response procedures
• Staff training on data protection practices
• Monitoring for suspicious activities

However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website:

Essential Cookies

These are necessary for the website to function properly and include:

• Session cookies for form functionality
• Theme preference cookies (light/dark mode)
• Security cookies to prevent cross-site attacks

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies help us:

• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Identify popular QR code types
• Improve website performance and user experience

Advertising Cookies

We may display advertisements through Google AdSense, which may use cookies to:

• Show relevant advertisements
• Measure ad performance
• Prevent showing the same ad repeatedly

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

General Rights

• Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
• Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format
• Objection: Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes

GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you are located in the European Union, you have additional rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), including the right to lodge complaints with supervisory authorities.

CCPA Rights (California Users)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know about, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the "Contact Us" section below.

Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without parental consent, we will delete that information promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country. When we transfer your information internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users of significant changes through website notices
• For material changes, provide additional notice as required by law

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

For data protection inquiries specifically related to GDPR compliance, please include "GDPR Request" in your subject line.