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Privacy Policy
Comprehensive privacy practices and data protection
Effective Date: August 9, 2024
Last Updated: January 15, 2025
Version: 2.1
1️⃣ Privacy Overview
Our Fundamental Commitment: QR Crafter ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains our data practices when you use our mobile application QR Crafter ("the App") available on the iOS App Store. Important: QR Crafter operates entirely offline and does not collect, store, or transmit any personal data.
🎯 Core Privacy Principles:
- 🔒 Privacy by Design: Privacy protection is built into every feature
- 📱 100% Local Processing: All QR codes are processed entirely on your device
- 🚫 Zero Data Collection: We do not collect, store, or transmit any personal data
- 🌐 No Servers: QR Crafter operates completely offline with no backend servers
- 🔐 Local Storage Only: All data remains exclusively on your device
- 🛡️ Complete Privacy: Your QR codes and data never leave your device
⚠️ Important Notice: By downloading, installing, or using QR Crafter, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our privacy practices, please do not use our App.
3️⃣ How We Use Data
🎉 Simple Answer: We Don't!
Since QR Crafter collects no data, we don't use any data. Everything happens locally on your device.
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Local Processing
- QR codes generated on your device
- Scanning happens locally
- History stored on device only
- No network connections required
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Your Data Stays Yours
- No data uploaded to servers
- No analytics or tracking
- No cloud storage
- Complete local control
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Privacy by Design
- Built to work offline
- No telemetry capabilities
- No data collection infrastructure
- Maximum privacy protection
4️⃣ Data Sharing & Disclosure
✅ Our Data Sharing Policy:
We share NOTHING because we collect NOTHING. There's no data to share, sell, or disclose.
🚫 No Data Sharing
ZERO data is shared with anyone.
- 🚫 No Analytics Services: No data sent to Google Analytics or Firebase
- 🚫 No Crash Reporting: No crash data transmitted
- 🚫 No App Store Data: No usage metrics shared with Apple
- 🚫 No Ad Networks: No data shared for advertising
- 🚫 No Third Parties: Zero third-party integrations that collect data
⚖️ Legal Disclosure
Since we don't collect any data:
- 🛡️ No Legal Risk: Can't share what we don't have
- 🔒 Complete Protection: Your data can't be subpoenaed from us
- 📱 Local Only: Only data on your device could be subject to legal process
- 🛡️ Maximum Privacy: No server data means no disclosure risk
5️⃣ App Permissions
QR Crafter requests specific iOS permissions to provide its functionality. Here's exactly what each permission is used for:
📷 Camera Access (Required)
Purpose: Essential for QR code scanning functionality
- 🔍 Detect and decode QR codes in real-time
- 📱 Process camera feed locally on your device
- 💡 Enable flashlight for low-light scanning
- 🎯 Focus on QR codes automatically
Privacy: Camera feed is never recorded, saved, or transmitted. Only QR code data is extracted.
📁 Photo Library Access (Optional)
Purpose: Save generated QR codes and scan from existing images
- 💾 Save generated QR codes to your photo library
- 📸 Scan QR codes from existing photos
- 📤 Export QR codes as high-quality images
- 🗂️ Organize QR codes in your photo albums
Control: You can choose "Add Photos Only" to limit access to saving without reading existing photos.
⚙️ Permission Management:
- 🎛️ iOS Settings: Manage permissions in Settings → Privacy & Security → Camera/Photos → QR Crafter
- 🔄 Re-request: App will ask again if you initially denied a permission
- 💡 Graceful Degradation: App remains functional with limited permissions
- 🛡️ No Tracking: We respect iOS 14.5+ App Tracking Transparency framework
6️⃣ Third-Party Services
🎉 Minimal Third-Party Integration
QR Crafter uses the absolute minimum third-party services required for basic app functionality.
📱 Apple Services Only
- 🏪 App Store: App distribution and updates only
- 💳 StoreKit: Premium subscription processing (handled by Apple)
Important: Apple handles payment processing - we never see your payment information.
Privacy: Governed by Apple's Privacy Policy
🚫 What We DON'T Use
- 🚫 No Firebase: No Google Analytics or Crashlytics
- 🚫 No AdMob: No advertising networks
- 🚫 No iCloud: No cloud sync services
- 🚫 No Tracking: No analytics or monitoring services
- 🚫 No Social Media: No Facebook, Twitter, etc. integrations
Result: Maximum privacy with minimal external dependencies.
7️⃣ Data Security
Security First Approach: We implement industry-leading security measures to protect your information and ensure your QR codes remain private and secure.
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Local Storage
- All QR code history stored locally on device
- Uses iOS Keychain for sensitive data
- Automatic data encryption at rest
- No cloud storage of personal content
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Encryption
- AES-256 encryption for stored data
- TLS 1.3 for network communications
- Certificate pinning for API calls
- Hardware-backed encryption on supported devices
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Access Control
- Face ID/Touch ID protection (optional)
- App-level passcode protection
- Automatic lock after inactivity
- Secure app background protection
🔧 Security Measures:
- 🏗️ Secure Development: Code security reviews and vulnerability testing
- 🔄 Regular Updates: Security patches and improvements with each update
- 🎯 Minimal Attack Surface: Limited network access and permissions
- 📱 Platform Security: Leverages iOS built-in security features
- 🔐 Data Integrity: Checksums and validation for all stored data
9️⃣ Your Privacy Rights
Your Data, Your Control: You have comprehensive rights over your data and privacy settings. We provide easy-to-use tools to exercise these rights.
🎛️ Control Your Data
- 👁️ Right to Access: View all data stored about you
- ✏️ Right to Rectify: Correct any inaccurate information
- 🗑️ Right to Delete: Delete your data anytime
- 📦 Right to Portability: Export your QR code history
- 🚫 Right to Restrict: Limit how your data is processed
- ⚖️ Right to Object: Object to data processing for specific purposes
⚙️ Privacy Controls
- 📊 Analytics Toggle: Enable/disable usage analytics
- 🎯 Ad Personalization: Control ad targeting preferences
- 🔔 Notifications: Manage notification preferences
- 🌍 Location Services: Control location access (if used)
- 📷 Camera Access: Manage camera permissions
- 📁 Photo Access: Control photo library permissions
🌍 Regional Privacy Rights:
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GDPR (EU)
- Explicit consent for data processing
- Right to withdraw consent
- Data protection officer contact
- Supervisory authority complaints
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CCPA (California)
- Right to know data collection
- Right to delete personal information
- Right to opt-out of sale
- Non-discrimination protection
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Global Standards
- Transparent privacy practices
- User consent requirements
- Data minimization principles
- Security and breach notification
🔟 Children's Privacy
👶 Child-Safe Application
Age Rating: 4+ (Safe for All Ages) - QR Crafter is designed to be safe for users of all ages, including children.
🛡️ Child Protection Measures
- 🚫 No Personal Data Collection: We don't collect personal information from users of any age
- 💬 No Communication Features: No chat, social, or communication capabilities
- 🌐 No External Links: QR code content is displayed safely without automatic opening
- 🎯 No Behavioral Tracking: No tracking of individual behavior patterns
- 📱 Offline Functionality: Core features work without internet connection
👨👩👧👦 Parental Controls
- ⚙️ iOS Restrictions: Use Screen Time and parental controls
- 📱 App Permissions: Parents can manage camera and photo access
- 🔒 In-App Purchases: Protected by iOS purchase restrictions
- 📧 Support Access: Parents can contact support about child usage
- 🎓 Educational Use: Safe for educational environments and schools
📋 COPPA Compliance: We comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately at
appkadag@gmail.com.
1️⃣1️⃣ Policy Updates
Transparency Promise: We are committed to keeping you informed about any changes to our privacy practices. We will notify you of significant changes and ensure you have time to review them.
🔄 How We Update
- 📱 In-App Notification: Alert within the app for significant changes
- 🌐 Website Update: Latest policy always available on this website
- 📅 Version Control: Clear version numbers and dates for all updates
- 📧 Email Notification: Direct contact if you've reached out to support
- 🏪 App Store: Policy updates mentioned in app update notes
📋 Types of Changes
- ✨ New Features: Privacy implications of new app features
- ⚖️ Legal Updates: Changes in privacy laws or regulations
- 🔧 Clarifications: Making our practices clearer and more understandable
- 🛡️ Security Enhancements: Improved security measures and protections
- 🌍 Global Compliance: Updates for different regional requirements
⏰ Update Schedule & Process:
- 📆 Annual Review: Complete policy review and update each year
- 🚨 Material Changes: 30-day notice period for significant changes
- 📝 Minor Updates: Grammar, clarification, and non-material changes take effect immediately
- ⚙️ Feature Updates: Privacy updates coincide with new feature releases
- 🔔 User Consent: Re-consent required for material changes to data collection