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Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 21, 2026

Privacy at a Glance: We take your privacy seriously. We do not store your URLs, logos, or generated QR codes. All processing happens in real-time and data is immediately discarded after generation.

1. Introduction

Welcome to QRBuild.app ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our QR code generation service.

By using our service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you use our service, you may provide:

URLs: The web addresses you want to convert to QR codes
Logo Images: Optional images you upload to embed in QR codes

Important: We do NOT store any of this information. URLs and images are processed in memory and immediately discarded after your QR code is generated.

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we may automatically collect:

IP Address: Used for rate limiting and security (not stored long-term)
Browser Type: To ensure compatibility
Device Information: Screen size, operating system for responsive design
Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent, interactions (via analytics)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality
Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site
Advertising Cookies: Google AdSense for displaying relevant ads

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, but this may affect site functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

Service Delivery: Generate QR codes based on your input
Security: Rate limiting to prevent abuse
Analytics: Understand usage patterns to improve the service
Advertising: Display relevant ads through Google AdSense
Compliance: Meet legal obligations

4. Data Storage and Retention

Zero Data Storage Policy:

Your URLs are NOT stored in any database
Your uploaded logos are NOT saved to disk
Generated QR codes are NOT retained
All data is processed in memory and immediately discarded

The only data retained is:

Rate Limiting Cache: IP addresses temporarily cached (15 minutes) for abuse prevention
Analytics Data: Aggregated, anonymized usage statistics via Google Analytics

5. Third-Party Services

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.

Learn more: Google Privacy Policy

5.2 Google AdSense

We display advertisements through Google AdSense. Google may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites.

You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.

5.3 No Third-Party Data Sharing

We do NOT sell, trade, or transfer your information to third parties, except:

Service providers (Google Analytics, AdSense) as described above
When required by law or legal process
To protect our rights, property, or safety

6. Data Security

We implement security measures to protect your information:

HTTPS Encryption: All data transmitted is encrypted (when deployed with SSL)
Rate Limiting: Prevents abuse and DDoS attacks
Input Validation: Strict validation of all user inputs
Memory-Only Processing: No persistent storage of user data
Security Headers: Protection against XSS, clickjacking, etc.

However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Your Privacy Rights

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

Right to Access: Request information about data we hold about you
Right to Deletion: Request deletion of your data (though we don't store URLs/logos)
Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of cookies and tracking
Right to Correction: Correct inaccurate information
Right to Data Portability: Receive a copy of your data

GDPR (European Users)

If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have additional rights under GDPR. We are committed to GDPR compliance.

CCPA (California Users)

California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), including the right to know what personal information is collected and the right to opt-out of sale (we don't sell data).

8. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to individuals under 13 years of age. 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.

9. International Data Transfers

Our servers may be located in different countries. By using our service, you consent to the transfer of your information to countries outside your country of residence, which may have different data protection laws.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

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

Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
Posting a notice on our homepage (for significant changes)

Your continued use of the service after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature. We currently do not respond to Do Not Track signals, but we minimize data collection as described in this policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Website: https://qrbuild.app

13. Consent

By using our service, you consent to this Privacy Policy and agree to its terms.

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