Privacy Policy

Overview

ScanAI ("the App", "we", "us") is a QR code and barcode scanner published on Google Play. This Privacy Policy explains what information the App accesses, how it is used, and your choices. The App does not require an account and does not ask you to create a profile.

By installing or using ScanAI, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the App.

Camera Access

ScanAI requests camera permission to scan QR codes and barcodes in real time. The camera feed is processed entirely on your device to detect and decode codes.

• Camera images and video are never recorded, stored, or uploaded anywhere.
• You can deny or revoke camera permission at any time from your device settings; scanning simply won't work without it.

Photos & Gallery Access

When you choose to scan a code from an existing image, ScanAI accesses the specific photo you select from your gallery to decode it. The App does not browse, scan, or upload your photo library — only the image you explicitly pick is read, and only locally on your device.

Scan History

Each time you scan or generate a code, the result may be saved to a local history so you can find it again later. This history is stored only on your device in a local database — it is never transmitted to us or to any third party, and we cannot see it.

You can clear your scan history at any time from within the App's History screen. Uninstalling the App permanently deletes this data.

On-Device AI Translation

ScanAI can translate text found in scanned codes using an on-device AI model. Translation itself happens locally on your phone — the text you're translating is not sent to our servers.

An internet connection is used only once, to download the AI language model to your device the first time you use this feature (and again if you choose an additional language later). After that, translation works without sending your data anywhere.

Link Safety Checks

When a scanned code contains a web link, ScanAI checks it against common phishing and suspicious-pattern indicators to warn you before you open it. This check runs on the device and does not share the scanned link with us.

Advertising

ScanAI is free to use and displays ads served through Google AdMob. AdMob and its partners may collect and use technical data — such as your advertising ID, device type, general location, and app usage — to serve and measure ads, in accordance with their own privacy policies.

You can review how Google handles this data in the Google Ads Privacy & Terms page, and manage ad personalization from your device's Google settings.

Data We Do Not Collect

• No account, sign-up, or personal profile is required.
• We do not collect your name, email, or contact list.
• We do not upload your scan history, photos, or camera feed to any server.
• We do not sell your data.

Children's Privacy

ScanAI is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can address it.

Data Security

Because scan history and app data stay on your device by default, the security of that data mainly depends on your own device's security (screen lock, OS updates, etc.). We recommend keeping your device and the App updated.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the App or legal requirements. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Continued use of the App after changes means you accept the revised policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how ScanAI handles data, reach out at support@scanai-app.com.