Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Information You Provide

When you use MyQR to generate QR codes, you may input various types of information:

• URLs: Website addresses for QR codes
• Text Content: Messages, notes, or any text you want to encode
• Contact Information: For vCard QR codes (names, phone numbers, emails)
• WiFi Credentials: Network names and passwords for WiFi QR codes
• Payment Details: UPI IDs and payment information for payment QR codes
• Secret Messages: Personal messages for password-protected QR codes

Important: This information is processed exclusively in your browser and is never transmitted to our servers.

1.2 Technical Information

Like most websites, we automatically collect certain technical information when you visit MyQR:

• Browser Information: Browser type, version, and language settings
• Device Information: Device type, operating system, and screen resolution
• Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on pages, and feature usage
• IP Address: For security and geographic analytics (city/country level only)
• Cookies: For functionality and analytics (see Cookie Policy section)

1.3 Third-Party Services

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements, which involves data collection by Google. This includes:

• Displaying relevant advertisements based on your interests
• Measuring ad performance and user interactions
• Preventing fraud and ensuring ad quality

Google's data collection is governed by their own Privacy Policy. We do not control or have access to the specific data Google collects through their advertising services.

2. How We Use Your Information

2.1 QR Code Generation

All QR code generation occurs entirely within your web browser using client-side JavaScript. The information you input for QR codes:

• Is processed locally on your device
• Is never transmitted to our servers
• Is not stored or logged by our systems
• Remains completely private to you

2.2 Service Improvement

We use aggregated, anonymous data to improve MyQR:

2.3 Advertising

MyQR is a free service supported by advertising revenue. We use Google AdSense to display advertisements:

• Ads help us maintain and improve the service
• We show non-intrusive, relevant advertisements
• Premium features may include short ad displays
• We never sell your personal data to advertisers

3. Data Protection & Security

3.1 Technical Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• HTTPS Encryption: All data transmission is encrypted using SSL/TLS
• Secure Infrastructure: Hosting on secure, reputable platforms
• Regular Updates: Keeping software and security patches current
• Access Controls: Limited access to systems and data
• Monitoring: Continuous security monitoring and threat detection

3.2 Your Role in Security

While we take extensive measures to protect your data, you also play an important role:

• Keep your browser updated with the latest security patches
• Use strong, unique passwords if you create accounts on related services
• Be cautious when sharing QR codes containing sensitive information
• Regularly clear browser cookies and cache if using shared devices

4. Third-Party Services

4.1 Google AdSense

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google may:

• Collect data about your interactions with ads
• Use cookies and similar technologies for ad personalization
• Display interest-based advertisements
• Measure ad performance and effectiveness

You can learn more about Google's data practices and opt-out options through their Privacy Policy and Ads Settings.

4.2 Analytics Services

We use analytics services to understand how users interact with MyQR:

• Monitor website performance and uptime
• Analyze feature usage patterns
• Identify technical issues and errors
• Make data-driven improvements to the service

All analytics data is aggregated and anonymized. We cannot identify individual users from this data.

4.3 QR Code Generation API

For generating QR code images, we use a third-party API service. When you generate a QR code:

• Your data is sent to the API to create the QR code image
• The API provider may log requests for security and maintenance
• We choose reputable API providers with strong privacy policies
• You can review the API provider's privacy policy for more details

5. Your Privacy Rights

5.1 Access and Control

You have the right to:

• Access: Request information about what data we have collected
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data
• Restriction: Request restriction of data processing
• Objection: Object to certain types of data processing
• Portability: Request your data in a portable format

5.2 Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

• Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies
• You can usually manage cookie preferences in browser settings
• Blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality
• For ad personalization controls, visit Google's Ads Settings

5.3 Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer "Do Not Track" (DNT) features. Currently, we do not respond to DNT signals because:

• There's no common industry standard for DNT implementation
• We already minimize data collection and respect user privacy
• Essential cookies are required for basic functionality

6. Children's Privacy

MyQR is not directed at children under the age of 13. 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.

If we discover that we have collected personal information from a child under 13 without verification of parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers promptly.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in our data practices
• New features or services
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Industry standards and best practices

When we make significant changes to this Privacy Policy, we will:

• Post the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date
• Provide notice through the website if changes are significant
• Give you the opportunity to review the changes before they take effect

We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.