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Super CodeReader Privacy Policy

This policy explains how Super CodeReader for Android (com.gaocang.scanner) handles information. It applies to the free, ad-supported edition, not Super CodeReader Pro.

1. Summary

Super CodeReader reads QR codes and barcodes and can create, save, and share codes. It does not require an account. The free edition integrates Google AdMob and Google UMP, as well as Firebase Analytics and Firebase Crashlytics. These third-party services may process information under their own policies and according to your region, settings, and consent choices.

2. Information we handle and why

InformationPurposeWhere handled
Camera frames while you scan; code content that the app readsTo recognize QR codes and barcodes and show the scan resultOn your device as part of scanning
Contact information you choose in the contact-to-QR featureTo create a QR code from the contact you selectOn your device
Code images, text files, and saved scan or creation resultsTo save, export, share, or delete content when you choose those actionsOn your device
Wi-Fi QR code content that you choose to useTo interpret Wi-Fi configuration information and request the Android Wi-Fi actionOn your device and through Android's Wi-Fi controls
App events, app/device information, app version, crash traces, and non-fatal diagnosticsTo improve the app and diagnose reliability issuesFirebase Analytics and Firebase Crashlytics
Advertising and consent information, including identifiers and ad interaction information that Google may processTo request consent, show and measure advertising, and provide privacy options where requiredGoogle AdMob and Google UMP
Email address, message, and attachments you choose to sendTo reply to a support requestOur support mailbox

We do not sell personal information, and normal app use does not require a Coolqoo account.

3. Permissions and device features

Permission or featurePurpose
CAMERAScan QR codes and barcodes using the camera.
READ_CONTACTSLet you choose a contact when you create a contact QR code.
Storage access permissions on supported Android versionsSave or read code-related text and image files when you use those features.
ACCESS_WIFI_STATE and CHANGE_WIFI_STATERead and act on Wi-Fi QR code information when you choose the Wi-Fi feature.
VIBRATEProvide scan feedback.

You can manage permissions in Android system settings. If you deny a permission, the corresponding feature may not work.

4. Ads, consent, analytics, and diagnostics

Google AdMob and Google UMP

This free edition integrates Google Mobile Ads to display advertising and Google UMP to request and manage consent where applicable. The app declares Google advertising identifiers for this edition and initializes ads only when the consent flow allows ad requests. Depending on your region, consent status, and Android or Google settings, Google may process advertising identifiers, device and app information, IP address, approximate location, ad requests, ad performance, and ad interactions.

Firebase Analytics and Firebase Crashlytics

Super CodeReader uses Firebase Analytics to understand app use and Firebase Crashlytics to detect crashes and non-fatal errors. These services may process device and app information, identifiers, interaction events, crash traces, and diagnostic data.

See Google's Privacy Policy, Firebase privacy information, and how Google uses information from sites or apps that use its services.

5. External actions and sharing

When you choose to share a created code, a saved image, or text through Android's share sheet, the selected content is passed to the app or service you select. If you choose an action such as opening a website, making a call, sending an email, adding a calendar item, or configuring Wi-Fi from a scanned code, Android and the selected third party handle the requested action under their own practices. Review scanned content before taking an external action.

6. Retention, deletion, and your choices

  • Saved codes, text, and images remain on your device until you delete them, clear app storage, or uninstall the app.
  • Local settings remain until you clear app storage or uninstall the app.
  • Google service data is retained under Google's applicable policies and settings.
  • Support correspondence may be retained long enough to respond and maintain support records.

You can manage permissions, reset or limit the advertising identifier where supported, and use the in-app privacy-options flow when it is presented. You can clear local data in Android system settings or uninstall the app.

7. Children

Super CodeReader is not designed for children to knowingly provide personal information to us. If you believe a child has provided personal information through support email, contact us so we can review the request.

8. Changes and contact

We may update this policy to reflect product, legal, or operational changes. The date at the top identifies the latest revision. For questions about this policy, contact gaocangfurther@gmail.com. Third-party providers may process information in countries other than yours, subject to their own policies and applicable safeguards.