Privacy Policy for QR Scanner & Barcode Reader

Effective Date: July 5, 2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to QR Scanner & Barcode Reader ("we," "our," or "us"). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our Android application QR Scanner & Barcode Reader ("the App").

By using or installing the App, you agree to this Privacy Policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

We do not collect or store any personally identifiable information unless explicitly provided by the user (e.g., support queries via email).

2.2 Non-Personal Information

We may collect anonymized data to improve performance and stability, including:

• Device model, screen size, OS version, system language
  
  

• Crash logs, feature usage, interface behavior
  
  

• Ad interaction data (via AdMob), analytic events (via Firebase)
  
  

3. How We Use Information

• To provide core scanning, QR generation, and launcher features
  
  

• To personalize user interface (shortcuts, gestures, themes)
  
  

• To debug performance issues and improve usability
  
  

• To deliver non-personalized ads
  
  

• To support system integration features (widgets, alarms, overlays)
  
  

4. Third-Party Services

We may use:

• Google AdMob for advertising
  
  

• Firebase Analytics for anonymous usage tracking
  These services may collect non-personal device and interaction data. See their respective privacy policies for more.
  
  

5. Data Sharing

We do not sell or share your personal data. We may share data only:

• With service providers for technical operations
  
  

• As required by law
  
  

• In the event of a merger or acquisition
  
  

6. Data Security

We apply industry-standard security practices. However, no platform is completely secure. Users are encouraged to avoid sharing sensitive data through the app.

7. Your Choices & Rights

• Revoke any granted permissions via your device settings
  
  

• Uninstall the app to delete all local data
  
  

• Disable personalized ads from your Google account settings
  
  

8. Children’s Privacy

This App is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children. If we become aware of such data, we will delete it promptly.

9. Android Permissions & Their Purpose

Below is a detailed explanation of each permission requested:

📱 System UI & Interaction

• SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW, SYSTEM_APPLICATION_OVERLAY: Enables floating UI (e.g., QR scanner overlay, quick tools).
  
  

• STATUS_BAR, STATUS_BAR_SERVICE, EXPAND_STATUS_BAR: Manages interaction with status bar (launcher gestures).
  
  

• SET_ORIENTATION, ALLOW_SLIPPERY_TOUCHES: Supports screen orientation and smooth gestures.
  
  

• BROADCAST_CLOSE_SYSTEM_DIALOGS: Closes system popups on user action.
  
  

• CONTROL_REMOTE_APP_TRANSITION_ANIMATIONS, ROTATE_SURFACE_FLINGER, WAKEUP_SURFACE_FLINGER: Enhances animations and transitions.
  
  

• START_TASKS_FROM_RECENTS, REMOVE_TASKS, STOP_APP_SWITCHES: Manages and optimizes multitasking for performance.
  
  

🎨 Customization & Launcher Features

• SET_WALLPAPER, SET_WALLPAPER_HINTS: Allows setting and adjusting wallpapers.
  
  

• BIND_APPWIDGET: Lets users add widgets on home screen.
  
  

• ACCESS_SHORTCUTS, REQUEST_DELETE_PACKAGES: Enables app shortcut creation and removal.
  
  

• READ_DEVICE_CONFIG, WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS, ACCESS_RESTRICTED_SETTINGS: Supports launcher-based system setting changes.
  
  

• MANAGE_ACTIVITY_TASKS: Helps manage multitasking layout for launcher.
  
  

🧠 Advanced Access & Debugging

• MONITOR_INPUT: Used for gesture tracking and launcher responsiveness.
  
  

• MANAGE_ACCESSIBILITY: Used only to support launcher-specific accessibility gestures.
  
  

• ACCESS_HIDDEN_PROFILES, ACCESS_HIDDEN_PROFILES_FULL: Required for multi-user or hidden profile support in launcher mode.
  
  

• PACKAGE_USAGE_STATS: To display app usage trends and frequently used apps.
  
  

• INTERNAL_SYSTEM_WINDOW: Enables interaction with internal UI layers.
  
  

🔔 Notifications & Alarms

• POST_NOTIFICATIONS: Allows app to display scan result alerts or app updates.
  
  

• RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED: Ensures the app restarts necessary services after reboot.
  
  

• USE_FULL_SCREEN_INTENT: Supports full-screen alerts and QR scan previews.
  
  

• SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM, SET_ALARM: Lets users create reminders from scanned QR data.
  
  

• REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS: Ensures scanning and alarms run uninterrupted.
  
  

• org.codeaurora.permission.POWER_OFF_ALARM: Supports alarm functionality during power-off (device-specific).
  
  

• DISABLE_KEYGUARD: Allows app to interact with screen lock when using alarm or scanner.
  
  

🔊 Feedback & Experience

• VIBRATE: Provides haptic feedback when scanning or tapping buttons.
  
  

• MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS: Adjusts audio during QR scanning or notifications.
  
  

• WAKE_LOCK: Keeps the device awake during scanning operations.
  
  

🖼️ Media Access

• READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE, READ_MEDIA_IMAGES, READ_MEDIA_VISUAL_USER_SELECTED: Enables access to saved media (e.g., scanned images, QR codes).
  
  

• READ_FRAME_BUFFER: Used for screen preview rendering (advanced devices only).
  
  

• MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE: Full media access (optional for advanced file functions).
  
  

• READ_HISTORY_BOOKMARKS, WRITE_HISTORY_BOOKMARKS: Allows creating QR from browser history/bookmarks.
  
  

📞 Communication & Device Info

• CALL_PHONE: Allows dialling scanned phone numbers from QR codes.
  
  

• READ_PHONE_STATE: Used for app behavior adjustment during incoming calls.
  
  

• READ_CONTACTS: Lets users generate QR codes from saved contacts.
  
  

🌐 Internet & Network

• INTERNET, ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE: Required for fetching online content, loading ads, updating services.
  
  

⚙️ Foreground Services

• FOREGROUND_SERVICE, FOREGROUND_SERVICE_SYSTEM_EXEMPTED: Keeps core services (e.g., scanner) active in background.
  
  

• com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM: Supports reminder and alarm integration.
  
  

📦 Miscellaneous

• QUERY_ALL_PACKAGES: Required for showing installed apps in launcher UI.
  
  

• com.google.android.apps.nexuslauncher.permission.QSB: Used for integrating Google search features (if supported).
  
  

• com.kieronquinn.app.smartspacer.permission.ACCESS_SMARTSPACER: Supports Smartspace-style widgets on launcher.
  
  

10. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Users will be notified of any significant changes through the app or the Play Store listing.

11. Contact Us

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

📧 aanibrothersinfotechapps@gmail.com