# Privacy Policy for QR Menu Generator
Last Updated: December 3, 2025
## Introduction
QR Menu Generator ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our mobile application QR Menu Generator (the "App").
Please read this privacy policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the application.
## Information We Collect
### 1. Information You Provide to Us
Menu and Business Data
- Business names and descriptions
- Menu items (names, descriptions, prices)
- Category names and icons
- Contact information (phone, email, address) - voluntarily provided
- Business logos and item images - uploaded by you
- Currency preferences
Firebase Authentication (Optional)
- Email address (if you choose to sign in)
- User ID generated by Firebase
### 2. Automatically Collected Information
Device Information
- Device type and model
- Operating system version
- App version
- Unique device identifiers (for crash reporting only)
Usage Data
- Menu view counts
- Date and time of menu views
- Features accessed within the app
- Crash reports and error logs
Analytics Data (Anonymous)
- App usage statistics
- Feature engagement metrics
- Performance data
### 3. Information from Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may collect information:
Google Firebase
- Cloud storage for published menus
- Authentication services (optional)
- Firestore database for menu metadata
- Hosting services for web-based menus
- Analytics for app improvement
Google AdMob
- Advertising identifier
- Device information for ad serving
- Ad interaction data
- See [Google's Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
## How We Use Your Information
We use the collected information for the following purposes:
### 1. Core Functionality
- Create and manage digital menus
- Generate QR codes for your menus
- Store and retrieve your menu data
- Publish menus to the web (when requested)
- Display your menus to your customers
### 2. App Improvement
- Analyze app usage to improve features
- Fix bugs and technical issues
- Develop new features based on usage patterns
- Optimize app performance
### 3. Communication
- Respond to your support requests
- Send important updates about the app
- Notify you of new features (if opted in)
### 4. Advertising
- Display relevant banner advertisements
- Measure ad performance
- Comply with advertising regulations
## Data Storage and Security
### Local Storage
- Most of your data is stored **locally on your device**
- Menu data, images, and settings are saved in the app's secure storage
- No internet connection required for basic functionality
### Cloud Storage (Optional)
- Menu data is only uploaded to Firebase when you choose to publish
- Published menus are stored securely on Google Cloud Platform
- Firebase Security Rules protect your uploaded content
- Images are stored in Firebase Storage with restricted access
### Security Measures
- Data encryption in transit (HTTPS/TLS)
- Firebase authentication and security rules
- Regular security audits
- No storage of payment information
- No third-party data selling
## Data Sharing and Disclosure
### We DO Share:
- Published Menu Data: When you publish a menu, it becomes publicly accessible via the generated QR code and URL
- Analytics Data: Anonymous, aggregated usage statistics with Firebase Analytics
- Legal Requirements: Information if required by law or to protect our rights
### We DO NOT Share:
- Your personal information with third parties for marketing
- Your unpublished menu data
- Your contact information without consent
- Individual user behavior data
- Device information except for service operation
## Your Published Menus
### Public Access
- Published menus are intentionally public and accessible to anyone with the URL or QR code
- This is the core functionality of the app - sharing your menu with customers
- Anyone scanning your QR code can view your published menu
### What Customers See
- Business name and logo
- Menu items with images and prices
- Categories and descriptions
- Contact information (if you provided it)
- Business type and theme colors
### Control
- You control what information to include in your menu
- You can unpublish menus at any time
- You can delete published menus from Firebase
## Your Privacy Rights
### Access and Control
You have the right to:
- Access all data stored locally on your device
- Export your menu data
- Delete your menus and data at any time
- Unpublish menus from the cloud
- Opt-out of analytics (via device settings)
### Data Deletion
To delete your data:
1. Local Data: Uninstall the app from your device
2. Cloud Data: Use the delete/unpublish function in the app
3. Complete Removal: Contact us at sciker.singapore@gmail.com
### Account Deletion
If you created an account with Firebase Authentication:
- Delete your account through the app settings
- Contact us to verify deletion of all associated data
- We will delete your data within 30 days
## Children's Privacy
QR Menu Generator is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.
## Third-Party Services
### Firebase (Google)
- Purpose: Cloud storage, authentication, hosting, analytics
- Data Collected: Menu data, user IDs, usage statistics
- Privacy Policy: [https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy](https://firebase.google.com/support/privacy)
### Google AdMob
- Purpose: Display advertisements
- Data Collected: Advertising ID, device info, ad interactions
- Privacy Policy: [https://policies.google.com/privacy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- Opt-Out: Use device settings to limit ad tracking
### Image Storage
- Images uploaded are stored in Firebase Cloud Storage
- Images are associated with your menu and user ID
- You can delete images by deleting menu items
## Cookies and Tracking
### Mobile App
- The app does not use cookies
- Device identifiers are used for crash reporting and analytics only
- You can disable analytics through device settings
### Web Viewer
- Published menus viewed through web browsers may use:
- Session cookies for functionality
- Firebase hosting analytics
- No tracking cookies or third-party cookies
## International Users
Your information may be transferred to and stored on servers located in:
- United States (Firebase/Google Cloud Platform)
- Your local region (if Firebase has local servers)
By using the app, you consent to the transfer of your information to these locations.
## California Privacy Rights (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights:
- Right to Know: Request information about data collected
- 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
To exercise these rights, contact us at sciker.singapore@gmail.com
## European Privacy Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have rights under GDPR:
- Right of Access: Access your personal data
- Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
- Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
- Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a portable format
- Right to Object: Object to data processing
- Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time
Contact us at sciker.singapore@gmail.com to exercise these rights.
## Data Retention
### Local Data
- Stored on your device until you delete the app
- You control all local data retention
### Cloud Data
- Published menus: Stored until you unpublish or delete
- Authentication data: Stored until account deletion
- Analytics data: Retained for 14 months (Firebase default)
- Crash logs: Retained for 90 days
### Deleted Data
- Permanently deleted within 30 days of deletion request
- Backup copies removed within 90 days
## Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Posting the new Privacy Policy in the app
- Sending a notification (if you opted in)
Your continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.
## Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:
Email: sciker.singapore@gmail.com
Support: sciker.singapore@gmail.com
## Consent
By using QR Menu Generator, you consent to:
- This Privacy Policy
- Collection and use of information as described
- Transfer of data to Firebase/Google Cloud Platform
- Display of advertisements via AdMob
- Public accessibility of published menus
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## Summary (Quick Reference)
What We Collect:
- Menu data you create
- Images you upload
- Optional email for authentication
- Anonymous usage statistics
- Device info for ads and crash reports
What We Don't Collect:
- Personal identification (unless you provide it)
- Location data
- Payment information
- Contact lists
- Microphone or camera access
Your Control:
- All data stored locally first
- You choose when to publish to cloud
- Delete data anytime
- Export your menus
- Control what's in your menu
Third Parties:
- Firebase (Google) - Cloud services
- AdMob (Google) - Advertisements only
Questions? Contact us at sciker.singapore@gmail.com
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Version 1.0.0 | Last Updated: December 3, 2025
