How we handle information when you use QR Crafter, including tools that run locally in your browser and optional advertising delivered by Google.
Last updated: August 6, 2026
QR Crafter ("we", "us", "our") operates qr-crafter.com and provides free QR code tools. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your privacy choices.
Our core QR code generation, scanning, validation, and batch processing run entirely inside your web browser. Content you encode or decode stays in your local device memory and is not uploaded to our servers. However, standard web server logs and third-party services such as Google AdSense may process basic technical data as described below.
Depending on how you use the Site, we or our service providers may process:
We use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to maintain site functionality, remember user preferences (such as selected language), understand aggregate usage patterns, and measure ad performance.
For a detailed breakdown of cookie categories, third-party partners (including Google), and preference controls, please review our Cookie Policy.
We may display advertisements provided by Google AdSense. Google uses cookies and device identifiers to serve ads based on your prior visits to our Site or other websites, and to measure ad performance.
Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve relevant ads to users based on browsing activity.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings (https://www.google.com/settings/ads). To learn how Google processes data across partner sites, visit https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites. Google's Privacy Policy is available at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, and Switzerland: where required by applicable law, we request your consent before deploying non-essential cookies.
By architectural design, all QR code operations execute locally within client-side browser memory. We do not store, log, or transmit raw QR code payloads, uploaded images, or generated matrix graphics to remote servers.
If you choose to use optional server features (such as contacting support or submitting feedback), those specific interactions are processed strictly as necessary to fulfill your request.
We use collected information for the following legitimate purposes:
We do not sell your personal information. We share information only with:
We retain information only as long as necessary to fulfill the operational purposes outlined in this policy. Standard web server access logs are retained for a limited period for security auditing and then deleted.
We employ industry-standard technical and organizational measures (including HTTPS encryption) to protect data. However, no internet transmission or electronic storage is completely secure, and absolute security cannot be guaranteed.
You can manage cookie settings through your browser preferences or industry opt-out portals linked in our Cookie Policy.
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have rights to access, correct, delete, or export your personal information. To submit a request, contact support@qr-crafter.com. We may verify your identity before processing requests.
California residents have specific rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the CPRA, including the right to know, delete, and opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information.
We do not sell personal information as defined by the CCPA. Limited technical data may be shared with advertising partners for cross-context behavioral ads, which you can control via Google Ad Settings.
Authorized agents submitting requests on behalf of California residents must provide written authorization.
For individuals in the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, processing is conducted under legal bases such as user consent, legal obligation, or legitimate business interests (such as site security and reliability).
You have the right to lodge a complaint with your supervisory data protection authority.
Our primary infrastructure is hosted in the United States. Accessing the Site from outside the United States means your data may be processed in jurisdictions with differing privacy standards.
The Site is intended for general audiences and is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Updates will be reflected by revising the "Last updated" date above. Continued use of the Site signifies acceptance of revised policies.
For privacy inquiries or data rights requests, email support@qr-crafter.com or visit our Contact page.