Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Account Information

When you sign in using "Sign in with Apple," we receive:

• Apple User Identifier: A unique, anonymous identifier provided by Apple
• Email Address: Only if you choose to share it during sign-in

1.2 QR Code Data

When you create QR codes, we store:

• QR code name/label
• Destination URL
• Creation timestamp
• Customization settings (colors, styling)

1.3 Analytics Data

When someone scans your QR code, we collect:

• Scan timestamp: When the scan occurred
• Aggregated geolocation: Country, state, and city level only
• Device type: General device category (mobile, tablet, desktop)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and maintain the TracQR service
• Authenticate your account securely
• Generate analytics reports for your QR codes
• Improve our app and user experience
• Communicate important service updates

3. Data Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share data only in these limited circumstances:

• Service Providers: We use Amazon Web Services (AWS) for secure data hosting and infrastructure
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
• Safety: To protect the rights, property, or safety of TracQR, our users, or the public

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information:

• Encrypted data transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
• Secure authentication via Apple Sign-In
• Regular security assessments
• Limited access to personal data

5. Data Retention

We retain your data for as long as your account is active. When you delete your account:

• Your QR codes and associated data are permanently deleted
• Analytics data is removed from our systems
• Account information is purged within 30 days

6. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access: Request a copy of your personal data
• Delete: Request deletion of your account and associated data
• Export: Receive your data in a portable format
• Correct: Update inaccurate information

To exercise these rights, contact us at privacy@tracqr.app.

7. Children's Privacy

TracQR is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have inadvertently collected such information, please contact us immediately at privacy@tracqr.app.

8. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in the United States, where our servers are located. We comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

• GDPR: For users in the European Economic Area
• CCPA: For California residents

9. Third-Party Services

Our app integrates with third-party services:

• Apple Sign-In: For authentication (subject to Apple's Privacy Policy)
• MaxMind GeoLite2: For aggregated geolocation data
• Amazon Web Services: For secure cloud infrastructure

10. Changes to This Policy

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

• Posting the updated policy in the app
• Updating the "Effective Date" at the top of this page
• Sending an email notification for significant changes (if you've provided an email)