Privacy Policy
Your privacy is important to us. This policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use QR Geek.
Last updated: October 24, 2025
Overview
QR Geek ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website and use our QR code generation and management services.
By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our services.
Information We Collect
Personal Information
- Email address (when you create an account or join our waitlist)
- Name and contact information (when provided voluntarily)
- Payment information (processed securely through third-party providers)
- Profile information and preferences
Usage Information
- QR codes you create, their content, and usage statistics
- Scan data including location, device type, and timestamps
- Website interaction data and feature usage
- Log files including IP addresses, browser type, and access times
Automatically Collected Information
- Device information (type, operating system, browser)
- IP address and geographic location (city/country level)
- Cookies and similar tracking technologies
- Referral sources and website navigation patterns
How We Use Your Information
Service Provision
- Create and manage QR codes
- Provide analytics and insights
- Process payments and subscriptions
- Deliver customer support
Communication
- Send service updates and notifications
- Respond to inquiries and support requests
- Share product announcements (opt-in)
- Deliver marketing communications
Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns and trends
- Develop new features and services
- Optimize website performance
- Conduct research and analytics
Legal Compliance
- Comply with legal obligations
- Protect against fraud and abuse
- Enforce terms of service
- Respond to legal requests
Google AdSense and Advertising
Third-Party Advertising
We use Google AdSense to serve advertisements on our website. Google may use cookies to show ads based on your visits to this and other websites.
What This Means for You:
- Google may collect and use information about your visits to serve relevant ads
- You may see personalized ads based on your interests and browsing history
- Ad clicks and interactions are tracked for performance measurement
- You can opt out of personalized advertising through Google's Ad Settings
Your Ad Choices
You have control over the ads you see. Visit these resources to manage your preferences:
- Google Ad Settings: ads.google.com/preferences
- Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
- Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Access
Request a copy of your personal data we hold
Correction
Update or correct inaccurate information
Deletion
Request deletion of your personal data
Portability
Export your data in a portable format
Opt-out
Unsubscribe from marketing communications
Object
Object to certain processing activities
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.
Encryption
All data is encrypted in transit and at rest
Access Control
Strict access controls and authentication
Compliance
GDPR, CCPA, and SOC 2 compliant
Data Retention
We retain your information only as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Specific retention periods include:
Account Data
- • Active accounts: Until account deletion
- • Inactive accounts: 3 years of inactivity
- • Deleted accounts: 30 days for recovery
Usage Data
- • QR code scan data: 2 years
- • Website analytics: 26 months
- • Log files: 12 months
International Data Transfers
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers, including:
- Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
- Adequacy decisions for countries with equivalent privacy protections
- Certification schemes and codes of conduct where applicable
Children's Privacy
Our services are not intended for children 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 immediately.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.
For significant changes, we may also send you an email notification or display a prominent notice on our website. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
privacy@qrgeek.com
QR Geek Privacy Team
123 Tech Street, Suite 100
San Francisco, CA 94105
United States
Data Protection Officer
dpo@qrgeek.com
Response Time
We aim to respond to all privacy-related inquiries within 30 days. For urgent matters, please mark your email as "URGENT" in the subject line.
Questions About Your Privacy?
Our privacy team is here to help. Contact us anytime with questions or concerns.
Contact Privacy Team