Introduction
Welcome to QRsafer ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience when using our QR code security scanning application ("App"). This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information through our App.
By downloading, installing, or using our App, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our App.
Information We Collect
Information You Provide to Us
- Account Information: When you create an account, we collect your email address, name, and password.
- Payment Information: If you subscribe to our premium services, payment information is processed through Apple's StoreKit (for iOS users) or Google Play Billing (for Android users). We do not directly collect or store your payment information.
- User Content: Any information you voluntarily provide when contacting our support team.
Information Collected Automatically
- Device Information: We collect information about your mobile device, including device model, operating system, unique device identifiers, mobile network information, and IP address.
- Usage Data: We collect information about how you use the App, including:
- QR codes scanned (the encoded data and URLs)
- URL expansion and redirect chain analysis for shortened links
- File detection and classification for downloadable content
- Security analyzer results and response times
- Scan history (time, date, and security analysis results of scans)
- Features used within the App
- App performance and error data
- Location Information: With your permission, we may collect and process information about your approximate location based on your IP address.
Information from Third Parties
We may receive information about you from third-party security services that we use to verify the safety of QR codes you scan. These include:
Free Users:
- Basic security scanning powered by Google's security services
Premium Users:
- Enhanced multi-source security scanning including:
- Google's advanced security services
- Multiple specialized threat intelligence providers
- Real-time phishing detection services
- Comprehensive malware and threat databases
How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect to:
- Provide, maintain, and improve our App and services
- Process and complete transactions
- Verify the safety of QR codes you scan
- Send you technical notices, updates, security alerts, and support messages
- Respond to your comments, questions, and requests
- Monitor and analyze trends, usage, and activities in connection with our App
- Detect, investigate, and prevent fraudulent transactions and other illegal activities
- Personalize your experience by delivering relevant content and features
- Serve relevant advertisements in our free version
- Send promotional notifications about premium upgrade offers to free users
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We may share your information with:
Service Providers
We share information with third-party vendors, consultants, and other service providers who perform services on our behalf, including:
- Cloud storage providers
- Analytics providers
- Security service providers for threat detection and analysis
- Advertising partners (in our free version)
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g., a court or government agency).
Business Transfers
If we are involved in a merger, acquisition, or sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction.
Your Choices and Rights
Account Information
You can review and update your account information by logging into your account settings.
Marketing Communications
You can opt out of receiving promotional communications from us by:
- Disabling promotional notifications in the app settings under "Notifications"
- Following the instructions in promotional communications
- Contacting us at legal@qrsafer.com to opt out
Mobile Device Permissions
You can control certain data collection through your device settings, such as location services and camera access.
Data Access and Deletion
Depending on your location, you may have the right to:
- Access the personal information we hold about you
- Request correction of your personal information
- Request deletion of your personal information
- Object to our processing of your personal information
- Request restriction of processing your personal information
- Request transfer of your personal information
To exercise these rights, please contact us at legal@qrsafer.com.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect the security of your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Data Retention
We retain your personal information as follows:
- Active accounts: Data retained while your account remains active
- Inactive accounts: Data automatically deleted after 24 months of account inactivity
- Legal requirements: Some data may be retained longer if required by law
You can request deletion of your data at any time by contacting us.
Children's Privacy
Our App is not directed to children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we learn we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will delete that information.
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to, and processed in, countries other than the country in which you reside. These countries may have data protection laws that are different from the laws of your country.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
App Store Specific Information
Apple App Store
This App is available on the Apple App Store and complies with Apple's App Store Review Guidelines, including those related to privacy and data collection.
Google Play Store
This App is available on Google Play and complies with Google Play's Developer Program Policies, including those related to user data and privacy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at: