Last updated: Oct 23, 2026
This Privacy Policy explains what information SoftGuideHub (https://www.softguidehub.com) collects when you visit the website, how we use it, and the choices you have. By using the website you agree to this policy. If you disagree with it, please do not use the website.
Information we collect
Information collected automatically. When you visit, our hosting provider and any analytics or advertising services we use may receive technical information such as your IP address, browser type and version, device type, operating system, language, the pages you view, the page that referred you and the time of your visit. This information does not identify you by name.
Information you send us. If you email us at [email protected], we receive your email address and whatever you choose to write. The contact form on our Contact page does not send data to our servers. It opens your own email app with your message ready to send.
Cookies and similar technologies. See the Cookies and advertising section and our Cookie Policy.
Our free tools
Our online tools, such as the QR Code Scanner and QR Code Generator, run inside your web browser. The images you scan and the text, links or Wi-Fi details you type into a generator are processed on your device and are not uploaded to our servers. The scanner can keep a short list of recent scans in your browser's local storage so that you can find them again. This list stays on your device, and you can clear it with the Clear button or by clearing your browser data. If you use the camera scanner, your browser will ask for permission first, and video is not recorded or sent anywhere by us.
How we use information
We use information to run and secure the website, understand which pages are useful, improve our content, answer your messages, prevent abuse and show advertising. We do not sell your personal information for money.
Cookies and advertising
We may show ads on this website through Google AdSense or other advertising partners. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's previous visits to this and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to our site and other sites on the internet.
- You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings.
- You can also opt out of some third-party vendors' use of cookies for personalised advertising at www.aboutads.info.
- You can learn how Google uses information from sites that use its services at How Google uses information from sites or apps that use our services.
- Visitors in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom and Switzerland can accept or decline non-essential cookies in our cookie banner. You can change your choice at any time with "Cookie settings" in the footer.
We do not control the cookies set by advertising partners. Please read their privacy policies for details.
Analytics
We may use an analytics service, for example Google Analytics, to measure visits and understand how readers use the site. These services may use cookies and collect the technical information described above. We use this information in aggregate form to improve the website.
Your choices and rights
You can accept or decline non-essential cookies in our banner, delete cookies in your browser settings, or use your browser's privacy features. Depending on where you live, you may have rights under laws such as the GDPR, the UK GDPR or the California Consumer Privacy Act, including the right to ask what personal data we hold about you, to correct or delete it, to object to or restrict certain processing, and to withdraw consent. To make a request, email [email protected]. We will respond within the time required by law. You may also complain to your local data protection authority.
Data retention and security
We keep emails we receive only for as long as needed to respond and keep reasonable records. We use reasonable technical measures to protect the website, but no method of transmission over the internet is completely secure, so we cannot guarantee absolute security.
International visitors
SoftGuideHub is read around the world. Our service providers may process data in countries other than your own. Where required, we rely on appropriate safeguards for those transfers.
Third-party links
Our articles link to official websites and other third parties. We are not responsible for their content or privacy practices. Please review their policies.
Children
This website is intended for a general audience and is not directed at children under 13 (or under 16 where local law requires). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has sent us personal information, email [email protected] and we will delete it.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top shows when it last changed. Significant changes will be posted on this page.
Contact us
Questions about this policy? Email [email protected].