Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 31, 2025

pixie.codes ("we", "us", "our") operates the pixie.codes website and QR code service. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your choices.

1. Information We Collect

Account Information: When you sign in with Google, we receive your email address and basic profile information (name, profile picture). We use this to create and manage your account.

QR Code Data: We store the QR codes you create, including the destination URLs, design settings, and any text you embed.

Scan Analytics: When someone scans your QR code, we collect:

Timestamp of the scan
Approximate geographic location (country/region, derived from IP address)
Referrer information (where the scan came from, if available)
Basic device/browser information

We do not store the full IP addresses of people who scan QR codes.

Payment Information: Payments are processed by Stripe. We do not store your credit card details. Stripe's privacy policy applies to payment processing.

2. How We Use Your Information

To provide and maintain the QR code service
To show you analytics about your QR code scans
To process payments for QR code activation
To communicate with you about your account
To improve our service

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell your personal information. We share information only in these cases:

Service Providers: We use Stripe for payments and Google for authentication. These services have their own privacy policies.
Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required by law or to protect our rights.

4. Data Storage and Security

Your data is stored on secure servers. We use industry-standard security measures to protect your information. However, no method of transmission over the Internet is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights and Choices

Access: You can view your QR codes and their analytics in your account.
Deletion: You can request deletion of your account and associated data by contacting us.
Cookies: We use localStorage to maintain your session. You can clear this through your browser settings.

6. Data Retention

We retain your account information and QR code data for as long as your account is active. Scan analytics are retained to provide you with historical data about your QR codes.

7. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy from time to time. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on this page with an updated date.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this privacy policy or want to request data deletion, contact us at: privacy@pixie.codes