Privacy Policy

Introduction

Free QR Code Generator ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our QR code generation service.

By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our service.

Information We Collect

Information You Provide

Our service is designed to be completely anonymous. We do not require you to provide any personal information to use our QR code generator.

Automatically Collected Information

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

• IP address and general location information
• Browser type and version
• Operating system
• Pages visited and time spent on our website
• Referring website
• Device information

QR Code Content

Important: All QR code generation happens locally in your browser. We do not store, transmit, or have access to the content you use to generate QR codes. This includes:

• URLs you convert to QR codes
• Text content you encode
• Contact information for vCard QR codes
• Any other data you input

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Provide and maintain our QR code generation service
• Improve our website functionality and user experience
• Analyze usage patterns to enhance our service
• Detect and prevent fraud or abuse
• Comply with legal obligations
• Display relevant advertisements (see Advertising section below)

Information Sharing and Disclosure

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

• Service Providers: We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website and providing our service
• Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or in response to valid legal requests
• Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, user information may be transferred as part of the business transaction
• Protection of Rights: We may share information to protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users or the public

Advertising and Third-Party Services

Our service is free to use and supported by advertising revenue. We may use third-party advertising services that collect and use information for advertising purposes:

• Google AdSense: May collect information about your visits to our website and other websites to provide relevant advertisements
• Analytics Services: We may use analytics services to understand how users interact with our website
• Social Media: Social media platforms may collect information when you interact with our content

These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we encourage you to review them.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS encryption for all data transmission
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Limited access to personal information on a need-to-know basis
• Secure hosting infrastructure

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

Your Privacy Rights

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

• Access: Request information about what personal data we have about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate personal information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request a copy of your personal information in a portable format
• Objection: Object to certain processing of your personal information
• Withdrawal of Consent: Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided below.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content and advertisements
• Improve our service functionality

You can control cookie settings through your browser preferences. However, disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our service.

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.

International Data Transfers

Our service is hosted in the United States. If you are accessing our service from outside the United States, please be aware that your information may be transferred to, stored, and processed in the United States where our servers are located.

By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to the United States and the processing of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

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
• Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Sending you an email notification for significant changes

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes. Your continued use of our service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:

Legal Notice

QR Code is a registered trademark of DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED in the United States and other countries. Our service generates QR codes using industry-standard technology and is not affiliated with or endorsed by DENSO WAVE INCORPORATED.