🔒 Safety QR Scanner

📅 Last Updated: November 17, 2025 | Version 1.0.0

1. Introduction

Safety QR Scanner ("we", "our" or "the app") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Camera Access

• Purpose: Required to scan QR codes
• Usage: Camera is only active during scanning
• Storage: Camera images are NEVER recorded or stored
• Processing: All QR code processing happens locally on your device

2.2 Scan History

• What: Last 5 QR code scans
• Where: Stored only on your device (local storage)
• Sharing: Never sent to our servers or third parties
• Deletion: Automatically deleted when you uninstall the app

2.3 Device Information

We collect minimal device information for app functionality:

• Operating system version (Android/iOS)
• App version
• Device language
• Screen resolution

This information is used only to optimize app performance and debugging.

3. How We Use Your Information

3.1 Primary Uses

• Scanning and displaying QR code content
• Performing security analysis (phishing detection, malicious link detection)
• Improving user experience
• Maintaining scan history for your convenience

3.2 Security Analysis

When you scan a QR code:

• URLs are analyzed locally on your device
• We detect phishing, malware, and suspicious links
• Analysis results are shown only to you
• No data is sent to external servers for analysis

4. Data Sharing and Third Parties

4.1 Third-Party Services

Google AdMob (Advertising)

• Purpose: Display in-app advertisements
• Data Collected: Advertising ID, device info, usage statistics
• Privacy Policy: Google AdMob Privacy
• Control: You can disable personalized ads in your device settings

Expo (Development Platform)

• Purpose: App updates and error reporting
• Data Collected: Error logs, performance metrics
• Privacy Policy: Expo Privacy

5. Data Security

5.1 Security Measures

• All data is encrypted on your device
• Camera images are never recorded
• Secure HTTPS connections for all network requests
• Regular security updates

5.2 Data Storage

• Scan History: Last 5 scans, stored locally
• Camera Images: Never stored
• Analysis Results: Temporary, session only

6. Your Rights

6.1 Access and Control

• Access: Request access to your data
• Deletion: Clear scan history in app settings
• Portability: Request your data in structured format
• Opt-out: Disable personalized ads in device settings

6.2 GDPR Rights (EU Users)

If you're in the European Union, you have additional rights:

• Right to be informed
• Right of access
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object

6.3 CCPA Rights (California Users)

• Right to know what personal information is collected
• Right to delete personal information
• Right to opt-out of sale (we don't sell data)
• Right to non-discrimination

7. Children's Privacy

Our app is rated 4+ and suitable for all ages. However:

• We do not knowingly collect data from children under 13
• Parents should supervise children's app usage
• Security warnings are displayed for suspicious content
• No personal information is required to use the app

8. Cookies and Tracking

8.1 Technologies Used

• Local Storage: For scan history (device only)
• Advertising IDs: For AdMob ads (can be reset)
• Analytics: Anonymous app performance data

8.2 How to Control

Android: Settings > Google > Ads > Reset advertising ID

iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking

9. Data Retention

• Scan History: Until you clear it or uninstall the app
• Camera Data: Never retained
• Error Logs: 30 days for debugging
• Analytics: Aggregated, anonymous, indefinite

10. International Data Transfers

Your data is primarily stored on your device. However:

• Ad data may be processed on Google servers worldwide
• We comply with GDPR, CCPA, and other privacy regulations
• Appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do:

• The "Last Updated" date will be revised
• Significant changes will be notified in-app
• Continued use of the app means acceptance of changes

12. Legal Compliance

We may disclose your information if required by law:

• To comply with legal obligations
• To respond to court orders or government requests
• To protect our rights or safety
• To prevent fraud or abuse

13. Consent

By using Safety QR Scanner, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

You can withdraw consent at any time by:

• Uninstalling the app
• Clearing app data in device settings
• Contacting us at privacy@safetyqrscanner.com