Privacy Policy
Last updated: 13 December, 2025
Your privacy matters to us. QRCodico is designed with privacy-first principles - all QR code generation happens in your browser, and we never see your content.
Quick Summary
- ✅ All QR code generation happens in your browser (100% client-side)
- ✅ We never see, store, or transmit your QR code content
- ✅ Optional analytics cookies (Google Analytics) - only with your consent
- ✅ No account required, no personal information collected
- ✅ GDPR compliant and transparent data practices
Welcome to QRCodico. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we handle your data. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data.
QRCodico is a free, client-side QR code generator. This means all QR code generation happens directly in your browser - we never see, store, or transmit your QR code content to our servers.
What We Collect:
• Analytics Data: If you consent to cookies, we collect anonymous usage data through Google Analytics (GA4), including:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Device type and browser information
- Geographic location (country/city level)
- Interaction patterns and click events
• QR Code Content: Your QR code content (URLs, text, etc.) is processed entirely in your browser. We never receive, store, or have access to this information.
• Cookies: We use essential cookies for website functionality and optional analytics cookies (only with your consent).
What We DON'T Collect: • Personal identifying information (name, email, phone) • QR code content or designs you create • Payment information (our service is free) • Precise location data
We use the collected information solely for:
1. Service Improvement
- Understanding how users interact with QRCodico
- Identifying bugs and technical issues
- Optimizing user experience and performance
2. Analytics & Statistics
- Tracking aggregate usage patterns
- Measuring feature popularity
- Making data-driven improvements
3. Legal Compliance
- Meeting GDPR and privacy law requirements
- Responding to valid legal requests
We will NEVER: • Sell your data to third parties • Use your data for advertising purposes • Share your information without your consent • Track you across other websites
Types of Cookies We Use:
Essential Cookies (Always Active) These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled: • Cookie consent preferences • Session management • Security features
Analytics Cookies (Optional - Requires Consent) These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site: • Google Analytics 4 (GA4) • Anonymous usage statistics • Performance metrics
Cookie Duration: • Essential cookies: 1 year • Analytics consent: 1 year • Cookie rejection: 24 hours (then we ask again)
Your Cookie Controls: You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings in our footer. You can also clear cookies through your browser settings.
Client-Side Security:
QRCodico is designed with privacy-first principles:
• 100% Client-Side Processing: All QR code generation happens in your browser using JavaScript. Your content never leaves your device.
• No Server Storage: We don't store QR codes, user content, or generated images on our servers.
• HTTPS Encryption: All connections to QRCodico use SSL/TLS encryption.
• No Account Required: You can use all features without creating an account or providing personal information.
• Third-Party Services: We only use Google Analytics (with consent) for anonymous usage statistics. No other third-party tracking.
Your Data, Your Control: Since everything happens in your browser, you maintain complete control. You can: • Use QRCodico offline (after initial page load) • Disconnect from the internet before generating QR codes • Clear your browser data at any time
Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
When you consent to analytics cookies, we use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage data:
• What GA4 Collects: Page views, session duration, device info, approximate location • Data Anonymization: IP addresses are anonymized • Data Retention: 14 months (Google's standard) • Opt-Out: You can disable analytics through our cookie settings or use browser extensions like uBlock Origin
No Other Third Parties
We do not use: • Advertising networks • Social media trackers • Marketing automation tools • CRM systems • Payment processors (our service is free)
External Links
QRCodico may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these sites. Please review their privacy policies.
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, you have the following rights:
Right to Access Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you (though we collect minimal data).
Right to Deletion Request deletion of your data. You can also clear cookies in your browser.
Right to Object Object to analytics tracking by declining or disabling cookies.
Right to Data Portability Request your data in a portable format.
Right to Withdraw Consent Change your cookie preferences at any time through our footer settings.
Right to Complain File a complaint with your local data protection authority.
How to Exercise Your Rights: • Cookie management: Use the cookie settings in our footer • Data requests: Contact us (see Contact section) • Browser controls: Use your browser's privacy settings
Since QRCodico processes everything client-side, you already have maximum control over your data.
QRCodico is suitable for all ages. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 (or equivalent minimum age in your jurisdiction).
Since we don't collect personal identifying information and all processing is client-side, children can safely use QRCodico under parental guidance.
If you believe we have inadvertently collected data from a child, please contact us immediately.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect: • Changes in our practices • New features or services • Legal or regulatory requirements
How We Notify You: • Update the "Last Updated" date at the top • Display a notification banner for significant changes • Continue using QRCodico constitutes acceptance of updates
Effective Date: December 2024 Last Updated: December 12, 2024
We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data:
Email: qrcodico@gmail.com Website: https://qr-codico.vercel.app Response Time: We aim to respond within 48 hours
Data Protection Officer: For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our DPO at: qrcodico@gmail.com
Mailing Address: QRCodico Privacy Team [Your Company Address] [City, Country]
We take privacy seriously and will address all concerns promptly and professionally.
Questions About Your Privacy?
We're here to help. Contact us anytime at qrcodico@gmail.com
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