Privacy Policy for QR-app

Effective date: January 2026

Last updated: January 2026

QR-app ("we", "our", "us") respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how our app collects, uses, and protects information when you use our QR code scanning application.

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Camera Access

The camera is used only for scanning QR codes and barcodes. We do not capture, record, or transmit any images or video frames to external servers. Camera data is processed locally on your device.

1.2 QR Code Scan Data

Scanned QR code data (such as URLs, text, contact information, or other encoded content) is stored locally on your device. This data is not transmitted to our servers or any third parties unless you explicitly choose to share it.

1.3 Advertising Data

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements in our app. AdMob may collect and process the following information:

Advertising ID (a unique, resettable identifier for advertising)
Device information (device type, operating system, device settings)
IP address and general location (city/country level)
App usage data (interactions with ads, time spent in app)
Cookie data and similar tracking technologies

1.4 Analytics Data (Optional - if you use Firebase/Google Analytics)

We may collect anonymous usage statistics to improve app performance, including:

App crashes and errors
Feature usage patterns
Session duration and frequency

2. How We Use Information

2.1 App Functionality

Camera and scanning data are used exclusively to provide QR code reading functionality. All scanning happens locally on your device.

2.2 Advertising

We display advertisements through Google AdMob to support our free app. AdMob uses the collected data to:

Show relevant advertisements based on your interests (personalized ads)
Measure ad performance and effectiveness
Detect and prevent fraud
Improve advertising services

2.3 App Improvement

We may use aggregated, anonymous analytics data to improve app performance, fix bugs, and develop new features.

3. Data Sharing and Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services that may collect and process data:

3.1 Google AdMob

Our primary advertising partner. AdMob may share data with advertising partners and networks to deliver personalized ads.

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
AdMob Privacy Info: https://support.google.com/admob/answer/6128543

3.2 Other Advertising Networks (if applicable)

We may also use Unity Ads and other advertising networks. These partners have their own privacy policies:

Unity Ads: https://unity.com/legal/privacy-policy

3.3 RevenueCat (if applicable)

For managing in-app subscriptions and purchases:

Privacy Policy: https://www.revenuecat.com/privacy

4. Your Privacy Rights and Choices

4.1 Opt-Out of Personalized Advertising

You can control personalized advertising in several ways:

In our app: Go to Settings → Privacy Settings to manage ad preferences
Android device: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
iOS device: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
Reset Advertising ID: You can reset your advertising ID at any time in your device settings

4.2 GDPR Rights (European Union Users)

If you are located in the European Union, you have the following rights:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured format
Right to Object: Object to data processing for specific purposes
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time (doesn't affect previous processing)

To exercise these rights, contact us at: support@tivlop.com

5. Data Retention

Locally Stored Data: QR code scan history and app settings remain on your device until you delete the app or manually clear the data.

Advertising Data: Managed by Google AdMob according to their retention policies. Generally retained for a limited period as necessary for advertising purposes.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data:

Camera data is processed locally and never transmitted
Scan history is stored securely on your device
Third-party services use industry-standard security measures
We do not store personal data on our servers

However, no method of electronic storage or transmission is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries outside your country of residence, including the United States, where Google and other service providers operate servers. These countries may have different data protection laws than your country.

When we transfer data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission.

8. Children's Privacy

Our app is not intended for children under 13 years of age (or 16 in the European Union). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately and we will delete it.

9. Permissions

Our app requests the following permissions:

Camera: Required to scan QR codes and barcodes
Storage (optional): Only used for importing/exporting backup files. Files remain private on your device
Internet: Required to display advertisements and check for app updates

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
Displaying a notification in the app (for material changes)
Requiring you to accept the new policy before continuing to use the app (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the app after changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your data based on the following legal grounds:

Consent: For personalized advertising (you can withdraw consent at any time)
Legitimate Interest: For showing non-personalized ads and improving our app
Contractual Necessity: To provide the core QR scanning functionality you requested

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us:

Email: support@tivlop.com
Company: CBO Consulting
Location: Brussels, Belgium

13. Data Protection Authority

If you are in the European Union and believe we have not adequately addressed your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Belgium Data Protection Authority:
Website: https://www.dataprotectionauthority.be/

This privacy policy was last updated on January 21, 2026.