Privacy Policy

1. Overview

We collect information to provide the Service, keep it secure, and improve it over time.

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2. Information We Collect

The types of information we collect depend on how you use the Service.

• Account and authentication data: identifiers provided by our auth provider (Clerk) and account details such as email address (if available).
• QR code data: codes you create, destination URLs, and any content you store for QR content types (for example, text, contact card fields, Wi‑Fi details, or event data).
• Usage and device data: our servers and hosting providers may automatically receive and log information such as IP address, user agent, request timestamps, and diagnostic data for security and reliability.

3. How We Use Information

We use information for the following purposes:

• Provide, operate, and maintain the Service (including generating QR codes and resolving QR redirects).
• Authenticate users and manage accounts.
• Enforce plan limits and expiration rules, prevent abuse, and keep the Service secure.
• Provide support, communicate service updates, and comply with legal obligations.

4. How We Share Information

We share information only as necessary to operate the Service:

• Service providers: we use vendors for authentication (Clerk), payments (Stripe), hosting/infrastructure, and database services.
• Legal and safety: we may disclose information if required by law or to protect rights, safety, and security.
• Business transfers: information may be transferred as part of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.
• With your direction: we may share information when you request or authorize us to do so.

5. Data Retention

We retain information for as long as needed to provide the Service and for legitimate business purposes (such as security, dispute resolution, and legal compliance).

You can request deletion of your account data. Some information may be retained where required by law or for legitimate purposes.

6. Security

We use reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect information. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure.

7. Your Choices and Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information:

• Access, correct, or delete certain information.
• Object to or restrict certain processing.
• Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.
• Lodge a complaint with a data protection authority (where applicable).

8. International Transfers

We may process and store information in countries other than your own. Where required, we use appropriate safeguards for international transfers.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Service is not directed to children under 13 (or the age required by local law), and we do not knowingly collect personal information from such children.

10. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date.

11. Contact

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, contact Codes Dance at support@codes.dance.