QR Scanner & Barcode Reader – Privacy Policy

Last updated: September 23, 2025

1. Overview

Thanks for using QR Scanner & Barcode Reader. We care about your privacy and aim to explain in clear terms what information is processed when you use the app, how it is used, and the choices you have.

2. What We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

QR Scanner & Barcode Reader does not require you to create an account or submit personal details in order to use core features.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you interact with the app, certain technical data may be processed, such as:

• Device details (e.g., model, OS version, limited identifiers)
• Basic usage metrics (feature taps, session time, frequency)
• Crash and performance diagnostics

2.3 Permissions

To power specific functions, QR Scanner & Barcode Reader may request the following permissions, used only when you invoke the related features:

• Camera: to scan QR codes and barcodes
• Photos/Library: to save or access generated code images
• Network: to retrieve product info, show ads, and send diagnostics

3. How We Use Information

3.1 Delivering and Improving the App

• Perform code scanning and recognition locally on your device
• Fetch product details related to scanned results
• Analyze aggregate usage to refine usability
• Resolve crashes and improve stability

3.2 Advertising

We may show ads (for example via Google services). Ad partners may use cookies or similar technologies in accordance with their own policies.

3.3 Support

• Respond to your questions and feedback
• Send essential service communications

4. Storage and Security

4.1 On Your Device

• Scanning and recognition are handled on-device; results are kept locally as temporary cache.
• You can clear app data at any time to remove cached items.
• QR/barcode images you choose to save are written to your photo library.

4.2 On Our Servers

• We do not store scan content on our servers.
• Crash and limited usage analytics may be sent to trusted processors (e.g., Firebase by Google) to help us diagnose issues.

4.3 Safeguards

We apply reasonable technical and organizational measures to help protect data against unauthorized access, alteration, or misuse.

5. Sharing

5.1 Service Providers

• Advertising partners (e.g., Google) for ad delivery and measurement
• Product info providers to resolve data tied to scanned codes
• Analytics and crash reporting (e.g., Firebase) to maintain app quality

5.2 Legal

We may disclose information if required by applicable law or to protect rights, safety, and the integrity of our services.

We do not sell or rent your personal information.

6. Your Choices

6.1 Permissions

You can enable or disable app permissions at any time in your device settings.

6.2 Ads

You may adjust ad personalization on your device or via Google’s ad settings, where available.

6.3 Local Data

Clear the app’s cache/data to remove locally stored scan results and preferences.

7. Children’s Privacy

QR Scanner & Barcode Reader is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children under 13. If we learn that such data was collected inadvertently, we will delete it promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this notice from time to time. If changes are material, we will reflect the new date above and make the updated version available in the app. Continued use of QR Scanner & Barcode Reader after changes become effective means you accept the revised policy.

9. Contact

Questions or feedback? Reach us at: bytejourneynet@gmail.com

10. Third-Party Services

10.1 Google (Ads & Policies)

We may rely on Google services for advertising and analytics. For details on how Google processes data, see Google’s Privacy Policy.

10.2 Firebase

We use Firebase (by Google) for crash reporting and limited analytics to enhance reliability. Processing is subject to Google’s Privacy Policy.

By using QR Scanner & Barcode Reader, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy and acknowledge the use of the third-party services listed above.