# Privacy Policy

**Effective Date:** February 4, 2026

Welcome to **QR & Barcode Scanner**. Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.

## 1. Information We Collect

### A. Permissions We Request

To provide our services, the App requires access to certain features on your device:

*   **Camera:** To scan QR codes and barcodes.

*   **Storage (Photos/Media/Files):** To save generated QR codes to your gallery and scan QR codes from existing images.

*   **Location:** Optional access to your location is requested ONLY when you choose to generate a "Current Location" QR code or when scanning Geo-tagged codes.

*   **Vibration:** To provide haptic feedback upon a successful scan.

### B. Personal Data

**We do not collect any personally identifiable information (PII)** such as your name, address, or phone number directly through the App. All scanning history and generated codes are stored locally on your device.

## 2. Third-Party Services

The App uses third-party services that may collect information used to identify you:

*   **Google AdMob:** We display advertisements to provide free and premium features. AdMob may collect device identifiers (like Android Advertising ID or iOS IDFA) to show personalized or non-personalized ads.

*   **Google Fonts:** Used for the App's typography.

## 3. Data Storage

All data created within the App (Scan History, My Codes) is stored **locally on your device** using Hive/Shared Preferences. We do not have access to this data, and it is deleted if you uninstall the App.

## 4. Children's Privacy

Our App does not address anyone under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

## 5. Changes to This Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. You are advised to review this page periodically for any changes.

## 6. Contact Us

If you have any questions or suggestions about our Privacy Policy, do not hesitate to contact us at:

**Email:** hammam.rm@gmail.com