Terms of Service

1. Introduction

Welcome to FixQR ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using our website and services at fixqr.com (the "Service"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use our Service.

FixQR provides a free, web-based tool for generating static QR codes. These Terms govern your use of our Service and explain our policies regarding data, privacy, and acceptable use.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using FixQR, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

You must be at least 13 years old to use our Service. By using FixQR, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement.

3. Service Description

FixQR provides a free tool that allows users to generate static QR codes for various content types including URLs, text, email addresses, phone numbers, Wi-Fi credentials, V-Cards, and more. Our Service:

• Generates static QR codes that encode data directly into the QR code pattern
• Creates downloadable PNG images of QR codes at 512x512 pixels
• Processes all QR generation in your browser without storing your content
• Provides free, unlimited QR code generation with no account required
• Supports 15+ different QR code types and formats

4. Acceptable Use

You agree to use FixQR only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree NOT to:

• Use the Service to create QR codes linking to illegal, harmful, or malicious content
• Generate QR codes for phishing, fraud, or any deceptive purposes
• Create QR codes that infringe on intellectual property rights of others
• Use the Service to harass, abuse, or harm another person or entity
• Attempt to interfere with, disrupt, or impose unreasonable load on our infrastructure
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service or related systems
• Use automated means (bots, scrapers) to access the Service without permission
• Reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service
• Remove or modify any copyright, trademark, or proprietary notices

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict access to our Service for any user who violates these acceptable use guidelines.

5. User-Generated Content

You retain all rights to the content you input into FixQR for QR code generation ("User Content"). We do not claim ownership of your User Content. However, you grant us a limited, non-exclusive license to process your User Content solely for the purpose of generating QR codes.

Important: We do not store your User Content on our servers. All QR code generation happens in your browser, and your content never leaves your device. Once you close your browser, we have no record of what QR codes you generated or what content they contained.

You represent and warrant that:

• You own or have the necessary rights to use and authorize us to process your User Content
• Your User Content does not violate the rights of any third party
• Your User Content complies with all applicable laws and regulations

6. Intellectual Property Rights

6.1 Our Property

The FixQR Service, including its design, code, graphics, logos, and documentation, is owned by us and protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or create derivative works based on our Service without our express written permission.

6.2 Your QR Codes

QR codes you generate using FixQR are yours to use freely. You may use them for any purpose, including commercial use, without attribution or payment. However, you are responsible for ensuring your use of the QR codes complies with applicable laws and does not infringe on third-party rights.

6.3 Open Source

FixQR uses open-source libraries and components. The specific licenses for these components are acknowledged in our codebase and do not affect your rights to QR codes you generate.

7. Privacy and Data Collection

7.1 What We Don't Collect

We do NOT collect, store, or have access to:

• The content you enter for QR code generation
• The QR code images you generate
• Personal information (names, email addresses, phone numbers)
• User accounts or login credentials (we don't have accounts)

7.2 What We Do Collect

We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage data, including:

• Pages visited and features used
• Browser type and version
• Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
• Approximate geographic location (country/city level)
• Referring website

This data is anonymous, aggregated, and used solely to improve our Service.

7.3 Cookies

We use minimal cookies for essential functionality and analytics. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some features of the Service.

7.4 Third-Party Services

We use third-party services (Google Analytics, Google AdSense) that may collect data according to their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies:

• Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Google AdSense: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

8. Disclaimers and Limitations

8.1 "AS IS" Service

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

8.2 No Guarantees

We do not guarantee that:

• The Service will be uninterrupted, timely, secure, or error-free
• QR codes will scan correctly in all environments or with all devices
• The Service will meet your specific requirements
• Any errors or defects will be corrected

8.3 User Responsibility

You are solely responsible for:

• The accuracy and legality of content you encode in QR codes
• Testing QR codes before printing or distributing them
• Ensuring QR codes meet your specific quality and functionality requirements
• Compliance with all applicable laws when using the Service
• Any consequences arising from your use of QR codes generated through our Service

8.4 External Links

QR codes may link to external websites or content. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, privacy practices, or availability of external sites. Linking does not imply endorsement.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, FIXQR AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AGENTS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, OR ANY LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, WHETHER INCURRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, OR ANY LOSS OF DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

• Your use or inability to use the Service
• Any unauthorized access to or use of our servers
• Any bugs, viruses, or malicious code transmitted through the Service
• Any errors or omissions in any content or functionality
• Any conduct or content of any third party on the Service
• QR codes that fail to scan or function as expected

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM YOUR USE OF THE SERVICE SHALL NOT EXCEED $100 USD.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FixQR and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees, arising out of or in any way connected with:

• Your use of the Service
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of another party
• Your User Content or the QR codes you generate

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Service at any time, for any reason, without notice. Common reasons for termination include:

• Violation of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activity
• Abuse of the Service or excessive resource usage
• Request by law enforcement or legal requirement

Upon termination, your right to use the Service immediately ceases. However, QR codes you've already generated will continue to function, as they are static and don't depend on our Service.

12. Changes to Service and Terms

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time, with or without notice. We may also modify these Terms at any time by posting updated Terms on our website. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect when changes were made.

Your continued use of the Service after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration, except that either party may seek injunctive relief in court for intellectual property infringement or violation of confidentiality obligations.

13.3 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

14. General Provisions

14.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and FixQR regarding your use of the Service and supersede all prior agreements.

14.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

14.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

14.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights under them without our prior written consent. We may assign our rights without restriction.

14.5 No Agency

No agency, partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship is created between you and FixQR as a result of these Terms or your use of the Service.

15. DMCA and Copyright Policy

We respect intellectual property rights. If you believe that content accessible through our Service infringes your copyright, please notify us with the following information:

• A description of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• A description of where the infringing material is located
• Your contact information (address, phone, email)
• A statement of good faith belief that use is unauthorized
• A statement of accuracy and authority to act on behalf of copyright owner
• Your physical or electronic signature

Note: Since we don't store user-generated QR codes or their content, DMCA notices will primarily apply to our own content (website design, documentation, etc.).

16. Contact Information

If you have questions about these Terms or our Service, please contact us: