Privacy Policy

QR Toolkit

Last Updated: July 2026

Welcome to QR Toolkit. We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your information. This Privacy Policy explains how information is collected, used, stored, and protected when you use our application.

1. Information We Collect

QR Toolkit does not require account registration and does not require you to provide personal information such as your name, phone number, or email address to use the core features.

The application may collect limited technical information automatically, including:

  • Device model and manufacturer
  • Operating system version
  • Application version
  • Language settings
  • Crash reports and diagnostics
  • Anonymous usage statistics
  • Advertising identifiers, if advertisements are enabled

2. Camera Permission

QR Toolkit may request camera access to scan QR codes and supported barcodes using your device camera.

  • Camera access is used only when you use the scanning feature.
  • We do not continuously monitor or record your camera feed.
  • Images captured for scanning are processed for the requested scanning function.

3. Photos and Gallery Access

If you choose to scan a QR code or barcode from an existing image, QR Toolkit may request access to the image you select from your device gallery.

  • Gallery access is used only for the selected image.
  • We do not access unrelated photos or media.
  • Selected images are processed only to provide the scanning feature.

4. QR and Barcode Data

QR Toolkit may process information contained in QR codes and barcodes, including URLs, text, contact information, Wi-Fi information, phone numbers, email details, and other supported content.

Scan results and generated QR codes may be stored locally on your device when you use the history or save features.

5. Local Storage

Scan history, generated QR codes, favorites, preferences, and related data may be stored locally on your device.

This local information remains on your device unless you delete it, clear the application data, or uninstall the application.

6. How We Use Information

  • Provide QR code and barcode scanning
  • Generate customized QR codes
  • Save scan and generation history
  • Provide favorites and sharing features
  • Improve application performance and stability
  • Fix bugs and technical problems
  • Display advertisements where applicable

7. Advertising

QR Toolkit may display advertisements through third-party advertising services such as Google AdMob.

Advertising providers may collect limited information such as:

  • Advertising Identifier
  • Device information
  • Ad interaction information
  • Approximate location derived from IP address

Advertising information is handled according to the privacy policies of the relevant advertising providers.

8. Analytics and Crash Reporting

We may use analytics and crash reporting services to understand application performance, identify technical issues, and improve reliability.

  • Crash reports
  • Performance diagnostics
  • Anonymous usage statistics
  • Technical information for troubleshooting

9. Permissions

QR Toolkit requests permissions only when needed for a specific feature.

  • Camera: Used for QR code and barcode scanning.
  • Photos/Media: Used when you select an image from your gallery for scanning.
  • Internet: Used for advertisements, analytics, and online services where applicable.

The application does not intentionally access contacts, messages, microphone, or location unless a specific feature requires it and you grant the required permission.

10. Third-Party Services

QR Toolkit may use trusted third-party services including:

  • Google Play Services
  • Google AdMob, if enabled
  • Firebase Analytics, if enabled
  • Firebase Crashlytics, if enabled

These providers operate under their own privacy policies and terms.

11. Data Sharing

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Information may be shared only:

  • With service providers necessary for app functionality
  • When required by applicable law
  • To protect app security, legal rights, or users
  • With your consent

12. Data Security

We implement reasonable measures to protect information processed by the application.

However, no electronic storage or internet transmission method can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

13. Children's Privacy

QR Toolkit is intended for a general audience and does not knowingly collect personal information from children under the age of 13.

If you believe a child has provided personal information, please contact us so appropriate action can be taken.

14. Your Choices

  • Delete scan history from within the application where available
  • Clear application data through device settings
  • Manage camera and media permissions through device settings
  • Manage advertising preferences through your device or Google settings
  • Uninstall the application at any time

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be reflected by updating the "Last Updated" date shown at the top of this page.

Continued use of QR Toolkit after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy.

16. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

App Name: QR Toolkit

Email: digitalfrontierfoundation@gmail.com

17. Consent

By downloading, installing, or using QR Toolkit, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Privacy Policy.