Data Collection & Source Transparency

When you interact with our platform, it opens up opportunities for us to learn and fine-tune the experience to better meet your needs. We may collect a variety of information under different categories, such as:

• User-Shared Inputs: During sign-ups or direct inquiries, you might share your name, email address, or phone number.
• Device & Technical Signals: We log data like IP address, device type, and browser version to ensure performance and security.
• Usage Navigation: We analyze user movement across the platform — including visited pages, time spent, and clicks — to improve flow.
• System-Level Diagnostics: Our servers track background data like error logs, request patterns, and access timing.
• Persistent Identifiers: We may use browser cookies or similar tech to remember preferences and enable smooth sessions.

Where the Data Comes From:

• User-submitted details through forms or messages.
• Automated systems monitoring visitor actions.
• Stored identifiers on your device from previous site interactions.

Third-Party Logins (e.g., Google): If you choose to authenticate via your Google account, basic info like your name, email, and avatar may be securely pulled into your profile after you approve the request.

How Your Information Supports Our Services

The insights we gather are strategically utilized to refine our services and tailor them to individual preferences. Examples of how we apply this data include:

• Maintaining reliable and high-performing service operations.
• Providing timely replies to user queries, alerts, and support needs.
• Studying interaction trends to inform future improvements.
• Tailoring features and layouts to align with user behavior.
• Monitoring for unusual activity to safeguard user trust.

Third-Party Involvement & Lawful Disclosures

Only under exceptional and explicitly outlined scenarios do we permit limited data access to specific external partners:

• Hosting & Infrastructure Support: External services such as Hostinger enable our website’s functionality and delivery systems.
• Legal and Regulatory Needs: If required by law, user information may be shared with appropriate authorities or legal entities.

Why Information May Be Shared:

• To operate our platform reliably through approved service providers.
• To comply with court orders, legal investigations, or mandated audits.

Safeguarding Your Personal Information

We value the confidentiality of your information and have implemented strong safeguards—like encrypted communication, secure data storage, and controlled internal access—to prevent unauthorized exposure. While our security practices are actively maintained and updated, it is important to note that no online transmission is entirely without risk.

Control & Access to Your Information

You can review, correct, or request removal of your stored information anytime. If you’d like to limit how your data is used or need assistance managing your profile, feel free to reach out at contact@smartqrshop.com.

Cookie Behavior & Tracking Preferences

To deliver smoother navigation and better performance, this site may store tiny browser-side files known as cookies. Types include:

• Required Session Tools: Used for login, dashboard functionality, and page transitions.
• Website Insights: Analytical platforms like Google Analytics monitor site performance.
• Ad Retargeting: With consent, we use tracking tools like Google Ads to optimize ad delivery.

Controlling Stored Cookies:

• You can turn off or delete cookies directly through your browser’s settings panel.
• Optional plugins or privacy-focused extensions can limit third-party tracking.

To dive deeper into cookie management, visit our dedicated page.

Ad Cookies (Google): Google Ads may collect interaction data from our pages to personalize your advertising experience. You can manage these preferences via your Google Ads Settings.

Authentication Sessions: We store short-lived credentials to maintain your logged-in state.

Free Trial Status & Future Plans

SmartQRShop is currently offered as a free service under a limited-time trial period. This means users can sign up, create menus, and use all available features without any payment.

We may introduce paid plans or premium features in the future to enhance the platform. If and when we do, all existing users will be notified in advance. No automatic charges will ever be made without your consent.

This section of the privacy policy will also be updated to reflect any changes to the platform’s pricing model or data handling associated with paid plans.