Effective Date: June 19, 2025
Thank you for using QR Code Toolbox (the "Extension"). This Privacy Policy explains how we handle information in relation to our Chrome extension. We are committed to protecting your privacy and have designed our Extension to function without collecting any of your personal data.
1. No Data Collection
We do not collect, store, transmit, or share any Personally Identifiable Information (PII) or any other form of personal data from our users. All functionalities of the QR Code Toolbox operate entirely on your local computer, within your Chrome browser.
2. How the Features Work
- QR Code Generation: When you generate a QR code, the text or URL you provide is processed locally within your browser to create the QR code image. This information is never sent to our servers or any third-party service.
- QR Code Decoding from Image Upload: When you upload a QR code image for decoding, the file is read and processed locally by your browser. The image file and its contents are not uploaded to any server.
- QR Code Scanning via Camera: To scan a QR code using your camera, the Extension requires one-time camera permission. The video stream from your camera is processed in real-time, locally on your device, to detect and decode the QR code. We do not capture, record, store, or transmit your video stream or any images from it.
3. Camera Permission
The Extension will ask for permission to access your camera only when you explicitly activate the "Scan with Camera" feature. This permission is required solely for the purpose of scanning a QR code. The camera is only active while the scan feature is open and immediately deactivated when you close it. Your privacy is respected at all times.
4. Information We Do Not Collect
To be perfectly clear, we do not collect:
- Your name, email address, or other contact information.
- Your browsing history or activity.
- Your IP address or location data.
- Any content you generate, upload, or scan with the Extension.
- Any analytics or usage data.
5. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we are protecting your information.