Privacy Policy - QR Code & Barcode Scanner

 Effective Date: January 20, 2026

Last Updated: January 20, 2026

Introduction

Morpich Design ("we," "our," or "us") operates the QR Code & Barcode Scanner mobile application (the "App"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you use our App.

By using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.

Information We Collect

1. Information You Provide

We DO NOT collect any personal information from you. Our App does not require:

Registration or login

Name, email, or phone number

Account creation

Personal data of any kind

2. Automatically Collected Information

Camera Access

Purpose: Scanning QR codes and barcodes only

Usage: Camera images are processed locally on your device

Storage: Camera data is NOT saved or transmitted

Permission: Required for core app functionality

Scan History

What: QR codes and barcodes you scan

Storage: Saved locally on your device only

Transmission: NEVER sent to our servers

Control: You can delete history anytime from Settings

Device Information (for Ads)

Advertising ID: Used by Google AdMob for ad delivery

Device Type: To optimize ad display

App Activity: For analytics and crash reporting

Purpose: Improve app performance and deliver relevant ads

Internet Usage

Purpose: Display advertisements and check for updates

Data: Minimal metadata for ad requests

Provider: Google AdMob

How We Use Your Information

Primary Uses:

App Functionality: Process scanned QR codes and barcodes

History Storage: Save your scans locally for quick access

Advertising: Display ads to support free app development

Analytics: Understand app usage to improve features

Crash Reporting: Fix bugs and improve stability

We DO NOT:

❌ Collect personal information

❌ Track your identity

❌ Store scanned content on our servers

❌ Share your data with third parties (except ad networks)

❌ Build user profiles

❌ Use data for purposes beyond app functionality

Third-Party Services

Google AdMob

Our App uses Google AdMob to display advertisements.

What AdMob Collects:

Advertising ID

Device information (model, OS version)

IP address (approximate location)

App usage data

Purpose:

Deliver personalized ads

Measure ad performance

Prevent fraud

Your Control:

Opt out of personalized ads via device settings

Reset advertising ID anytime

Learn More:

Google AdMob Privacy Policy

Google Ads Settings

Google Play Services

Used for app updates, analytics, and crash reporting.

Learn More:

Google Privacy Policy

GDPR Compliance (EEA Users)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have the following rights:

Your Rights:

Right to Access: Request information we hold about you

Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data

Right to Erasure: Delete your data (clear app history)

Right to Restriction: Limit how we process your data

Right to Data Portability: Export your data

Right to Object: Object to data processing

Right to Withdraw Consent: Remove ad consent anytime

GDPR Consent

On first launch (EEA only), we request consent for personalized ads

You can withdraw consent anytime via device settings

Non-personalized ads will be shown if you decline

Data Deletion

All scan history is stored locally on your device

Delete history: Settings → Clear History

Uninstalling the app removes all local data

CCPA Compliance (California Users)

If you are a California resident, you have the following rights under CCPA:

Your Rights:

Right to Know: What personal data we collect

Right to Delete: Request deletion of your data

Right to Opt-Out: Opt out of data "sale" (we don't sell data)

Right to Non-Discrimination: Equal service regardless of privacy choices

What We Do:

✅ We DO NOT sell your personal information

✅ We DO NOT share data except with ad networks

✅ You can delete all local data anytime

Children's Privacy (COPPA)

Our App is NOT directed to children under 13 years of age.

We DO NOT:

Knowingly collect data from children under 13

Target children with our App

Require age verification (no registration)

If You're a Parent: If you believe your child has provided us with data, please contact us immediately at 

apps@morpichdesign.com

, and we will assist with deletion.

Data Security

How We Protect Your Data:

Local Storage:

Scan history encrypted on device

No transmission to external servers

Deleted when you clear history or uninstall

Network Security:

HTTPS encryption for all internet requests

Secure connections to ad networks

No sensitive data transmitted

No Account Data:

No passwords to protect (no login required)

No payment information stored

No personal data collected

Limitations:

While we strive to protect your information, no method of transmission or storage is 100% secure. Use the App at your own risk.

Data Retention

Scan History:

Duration: Until you delete it or uninstall the app

Location: Device storage only

Control: Delete anytime from Settings

Analytics & Crash Data:

Duration: Retained by Google for performance analysis

Anonymized: Cannot identify individual users

Purpose: Improve app stability

Advertising Data:

Duration: Managed by Google AdMob

Control: Reset advertising ID via device settings

Your Choices and Controls

Manage Your Data:

Camera Permission: Revoke in device settings (app won't function)

Internet Permission: Disable to prevent ads (app still works offline)

Clear History: Settings → Clear History

Personalized Ads: Opt out via device Ad Settings

Uninstall: Removes all local data permanently

Device Settings:

Android: Settings → Privacy → Ads → Reset Advertising ID

Opt-Out: Settings → Privacy → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

International Data Transfers

Data Processing:

Scan history: Processed locally on your device (no transfer)

Ad requests: Sent to Google servers (may be outside your country)

Analytics: Sent to Google servers (global infrastructure)

Safeguards:

Google complies with EU-US Privacy Shield

Standard contractual clauses in place

GDPR-compliant data processing

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

We will notify you via:

In-app notification (for major changes)

Updated policy in Settings → Privacy Policy

Email (if we add email collection in the future)

Continued Use: Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data:

Email: 

apps@morpichdesign.com

Website: https://morpichdesign.blogspot.com

Response Time: Within 48 hours

GDPR/CCPA Requests:

For data access, deletion, or other privacy rights requests, email us with:

Subject: "Privacy Request - QR Scanner"

Your device model and OS version

Specific request details

Legal Compliance

This Privacy Policy complies with:

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)

Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA)

Google Play Store policies

US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines

Summary (Plain Language)

What we collect:

Camera images (not saved)

Scan history (local only)

Device info (for ads)

What we DON'T collect:

Your name, email, or personal info

Your location

Your contacts or photos

How we use it:

Scan QR codes/barcodes

Show you ads (to keep app free)

Fix bugs and improve app

Your control:

Delete history anytime

Opt out of personalized ads

Uninstall to remove all data

Morpich Design

apps@morpichdesign.com

https://morpichdesign.blogspot.com

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 20, 2026.