Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferences and login status, making your next visit easier and more useful.

QRGenius.club uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, provide personalized content, and analyze website performance.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled without severely affecting the site's functionality:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
qr_session_id	Maintains user session for QR code generation	Session
qr_user_settings	Stores user preferences for QR customization	1 year
csrf_token	Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery	Session

2.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, allowing us to improve functionality and user experience:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics - session tracking	2 years
qr_analytics	Custom analytics for QR code generation tracking	1 year

2.3 Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure advertising campaign effectiveness:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_gcl_au	Google AdSense - conversion tracking	90 days
IDE	Google DoubleClick - ad personalization	1 year
test_cookie	Google - tests browser cookie support	15 minutes

2.4 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance website functionality and provide personalized features:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
qr_theme	Remembers user's theme preferences	1 year
user_visits	Tracks return visitor status	2 years
premium_modal_shown	Controls premium feature promotion display	30 days

3. Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party services that may place their own cookies on your device:

3.1 Google Services

• Google Analytics: Provides website usage statistics and user behavior insights
• Google AdSense: Delivers targeted advertisements based on your interests
• Google Fonts: Provides web fonts for consistent typography

3.2 CDN Services

• Tailwind CSS CDN: Delivers CSS framework for website styling
• Lucide Icons CDN: Provides iconography for the website
• QR Code Library CDN: Delivers QR code generation functionality

4. Cookie Consent and Management

4.1 Your Consent

By using QRGenius.club, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. Essential cookies are automatically accepted as they are necessary for basic website functionality.

4.2 Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through various methods:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

Opt-Out Links

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
• Google Ads: Ad Settings
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out

5. Cookie Categories and Legal Basis

5.1 Legal Basis for Cookie Use

We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:

• Legitimate Interest: Essential and functional cookies necessary for website operation
• Consent: Analytics and advertising cookies (where consent is obtained)
• Contract Performance: Cookies necessary to provide requested services

5.2 Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different retention periods:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for the specified duration
• Local Storage: May persist until manually cleared

6. Mobile App Cookies

If you use our Progressive Web App (PWA) version, similar tracking technologies may apply:

• Local storage for offline functionality
• Session storage for temporary data
• Cache storage for improved performance
• IndexedDB for advanced local data storage

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that sends a signal to websites you visit indicating that you do not wish to be tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how websites should respond to these signals. We continue to monitor developments in this area and may update our practices accordingly.

8. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through cookies or other tracking technologies. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided information to us, please contact us immediately.

9. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer and process data outside your home country. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including:

• Adequacy decisions by relevant regulatory authorities
• Standard contractual clauses
• Binding corporate rules
• Other legally recognized transfer mechanisms

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make significant changes, we will:

• Post the updated policy on this page
• Update the "Last Updated" date
• Notify users through website banners or email
• Obtain new consent where required by law

11. Contact Information

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:

12. Cookie Policy Compliance

This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with applicable laws and regulations, including:

• General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) - EU
• California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) - California, USA
• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations - UK
• Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) - Canada