Privacy Policy

Effective Date: August 20, 2026

Last Updated: August 20, 2026

1. Introduction

GST e-Invoice Verifier ("we", "our", or "the App") is an independently developed application. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our mobile application.

2. Information We Collect

Our app is designed with privacy in mind. Here's what we access:

• Camera Access: Used solely to scan QR codes on e-Invoice and e-Way Bill documents. Camera images are processed locally on your device and are never transmitted to any server.
• Scan History: Decoded invoice/bill data is stored locally on your device using SharedPreferences. This data never leaves your device.
• App Version Information: Used to check for over-the-air updates via Shorebird.

3. Information We Do NOT Collect

• We do not collect personal identification information (name, email, phone number)
• We do not collect location data
• We do not collect or store photos or camera images
• We do not use analytics or tracking services
• We do not collect GSTIN or invoice data on any server
• We do not use advertising SDKs or collect advertising identifiers

4. Data Storage

All scan data (e-Invoice details, e-Way Bill details, scan history) is stored exclusively on your device's local storage. We do not operate any backend server that stores your data. You can clear all stored data at any time from the app's settings.

5. Third-Party Services

The app uses the following third-party services:

• Google ML Kit (Barcode Scanning): Processes QR codes locally on-device. No data is sent to Google servers. See Google ML Kit Terms.
• Shorebird (Code Push): Used for delivering app updates. Only app version metadata is transmitted. See Shorebird Privacy Policy.

6. Permissions

• Camera: Required to scan QR codes. You can deny this permission, but scanning functionality will not work.
• Internet: Required for checking app updates via Shorebird.

7. Data Security

Since all data is stored locally on your device, it is protected by your device's own security measures (PIN, biometrics, encryption). We recommend keeping your device secured with a screen lock.

8. Children's Privacy

Our app does not target or knowingly collect information from children under 13 years of age.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be reflected with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the app after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Contact Us