Privacy Policy | QRGen

1. Introduction

QRGen (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website https://qrgen.toolverse.space(the “Service”). This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. By using the Service, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

Account information: If you create an account, we collect your email address and encrypted password.
QR code content: The URLs, text, contact details, or other data you encode in QR codes are stored to enable dynamic QR code editing.
Contact communications: If you contact us, we retain that correspondence to respond to your inquiry.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

Scan analytics: For dynamic QR codes, we collect the scan timestamp, country (derived from IP), device type, and browser type. We do not store raw IP addresses beyond the geolocation lookup.
Usage data: Page views, features used, and performance data collected via privacy-respecting analytics.
Cookies: Session cookies for authentication and preference cookies to remember your settings.

3. How We Use Your Information

To provide, operate, and improve the QR code generation service.
To enable dynamic QR code editing and scan analytics dashboards.
To authenticate your account and maintain security.
To respond to support requests and communications.
To send transactional emails (account confirmation, password reset).
To understand how the Service is used and identify areas for improvement.

We do not sell, rent, or share your personal data with third parties for advertising purposes.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers managed by Supabase, our database provider. We use industry-standard encryption for data in transit (HTTPS/TLS) and at rest. Passwords are hashed using bcrypt and are never stored in plaintext.

Static QR codes generated without an account are not stored on our servers. Dynamic QR codes and their content are retained for as long as your account is active.

5. Cookies

We use cookies for authentication sessions and to remember user preferences (such as theme or last-used QR type). We do not use third-party advertising cookies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect the functionality of the Service.

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services to operate the platform:

Supabase — database and authentication
Vercel — hosting and edge delivery

Each provider has their own privacy policy and data processing agreements. We only share data with these providers to the extent necessary to deliver the Service.

7. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
Deletion: Request deletion of your account and associated data.
Portability: Request your QR code data in a portable format.
Objection: Object to certain types of processing.

To exercise any of these rights, email us at privacy@qrgen.toolverse.space.

8. Children's Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new policy.

10. Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@qrgen.toolverse.space or visit our Contact page.