Terms & Conditions

Last Updated: November 7, 2025

1. Introduction and Acceptance

Welcome to Scanora (formerly ScanLink), a QR Code and Barcode Scanner application for Android devices. These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("User," "you," or "your") and the Scanora development team ("we," "us," or "our") regarding your use of the Scanora mobile application ("App"). Applies to version 1.0.0 and above.

By downloading, installing, or using Scanora, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

These Terms apply to all users of the App, regardless of location. Please read them carefully before using Scanora.

2. License Grant

2.1 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, non-sublicensable, revocable license to download, install, and use the App on your personal Android device(s) for your personal, non-commercial use.

2.2 License Restrictions

You agree NOT to:

Copy, modify, or create derivative works of the App
Reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, or attempt to derive the source code of the App (except where prohibited by applicable law)
Distribute, sublicense, rent, lease, or lend the App to any third party
Remove, alter, or obscure any proprietary notices (copyright, trademark, etc.) from the App
Use the App for any illegal or unauthorized purpose
Interfere with or disrupt the App's functionality or security features
Use the App to violate any applicable laws or regulations

2.3 Ownership

The App and all intellectual property rights therein are and shall remain the property of the Scanora development team and its licensors. These Terms do not grant you any ownership rights to the App.

3. Acceptable Use Policy

3.1 Permitted Uses

You may use Scanora for:

Scanning QR codes and barcodes for personal or business purposes
Generating QR codes for sharing information
Storing and organizing your scan history locally on your device
Sharing QR codes with others using standard sharing methods
Any other lawful purpose consistent with the App's functionality

3.2 User Responsibilities

You are responsible for:

Maintaining the security of your device and the App
All activities that occur through your use of the App
Ensuring your use complies with all applicable laws and regulations
The content of QR codes you create and share
Backing up any important data stored in the App

4. Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited:

Malicious Use: Creating or scanning QR codes containing malware, viruses, or harmful code
Illegal Content: Creating QR codes that link to illegal content or facilitate illegal activities
Spam and Harassment: Using the App to send unsolicited messages or harass others
Fraud and Deception: Creating misleading QR codes to deceive or defraud others
Privacy Violations: Scanning QR codes without authorization or creating codes that violate others' privacy
Intellectual Property Infringement: Creating QR codes that infringe on others' copyrights, trademarks, or other IP rights
System Abuse: Attempting to hack, exploit, or abuse the App's functionality
Automated Abuse: Using bots, scripts, or automated tools to abuse the App

Violation of these prohibitions may result in termination of your license to use the App and potential legal action.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

5.1 App Content

All content, features, and functionality of the App, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, icons, images, audio clips, and software, are the exclusive property of Scanora or its licensors and are protected by international copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

5.2 User-Generated Content

You retain all rights to the QR codes you create using the App. However, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display any feedback, suggestions, or ideas you provide about the App for the purpose of improving the App.

5.3 Trademarks

"Scanora" and related logos are trademarks of the Scanora development team. You may not use these trademarks without our prior written permission.

6. Open-Source Software

6.1 Third-Party Libraries

Scanora incorporates various open-source software libraries. We acknowledge and thank the developers of these libraries for their contributions to the open-source community.

6.2 Open-Source Licenses

The following open-source libraries are used in Scanora, each third-party library is licensed under its respective open-source license. Full license texts are available within the App:

Library	Version	Purpose	License
Google ML Kit Barcode Scanning	17.2.0	Barcode recognition	Apache 2.0
ZXing Core	3.5.3	QR code generation	Apache 2.0
CameraX	1.3.4	Camera functionality	Apache 2.0
Room	2.6.1	Local database	Apache 2.0
Retrofit	2.11.0	Network requests	Apache 2.0
OkHttp	4.12.0	HTTP client	Apache 2.0
Hilt	2.51.1	Dependency injection	Apache 2.0
Jetpack Compose	Latest	UI framework	Apache 2.0
Coil	2.6.0	Image loading	Apache 2.0
Accompanist Permissions	0.36.0	Permission handling	Apache 2.0

6.3 Apache License 2.0

Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the "License");
You may not use these libraries except in compliance with the License.
You may obtain a copy of the License at:
https://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an "AS IS" BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.

Full license texts and attributions are available within the App under Settings > About > Open Source Licenses.

7. Advertising

Scanora is currently ad-free. However, advertisements may be introduced in future updates. Any future advertising will comply with Google Play Developer Policies and applicable laws. If ads are added, they will not collect or share your personal information without your explicit consent, and all ad-related data practices will be clearly disclosed within the App.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

The app does not provide warranty for barcode database accuracy when optional online lookup is used.

IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY

8.1 "AS IS" Basis

THE APP IS PROVIDED ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Warranties of merchantability
Fitness for a particular purpose
Non-infringement
Accuracy, reliability, or completeness
Uninterrupted or error-free operation

8.2 No Guarantee of Accuracy

While we strive for accuracy, we do not warrant that:

QR codes will be scanned correctly 100% of the time
Generated QR codes will be readable by all scanners
Product lookup information (if enabled) is accurate or complete
The App will meet your specific requirements
The App will be compatible with all devices or Android versions

8.3 Third-Party Content

We are not responsible for the content of QR codes you scan or create, or for any websites, services, or content linked to by QR codes. You access such content at your own risk.

8.4 Security

While we implement reasonable security measures, we cannot guarantee that the App is completely secure or free from viruses, malware, or other harmful components. You are responsible for implementing appropriate security measures on your device.

9. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

9.1 No Liability for Damages

IN NO EVENT SHALL SCANORA, ITS DEVELOPERS, AFFILIATES, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

Loss of profits, revenue, or data
Loss of use or business interruption
Cost of substitute goods or services
Personal injury or property damage
Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data
Any other damages arising from your use of or inability to use the App

9.2 Maximum Liability

OUR TOTAL LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ALL CLAIMS ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO THE APP SHALL NOT EXCEED THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US FOR THE APP (WHICH IS ZERO, AS THE APP IS FREE).

9.3 Basis of the Bargain

You acknowledge that we have set our prices and entered into these Terms in reliance upon the disclaimers of warranty and limitations of liability set forth herein, and that the same form an essential basis of the bargain between you and us.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Scanora, its developers, affiliates, licensors, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from:

Your use or misuse of the App
Your violation of these Terms
Your violation of any rights of another party
Your violation of any applicable laws or regulations
Content of QR codes you create or share

11. App Updates and Modifications

11.1 Updates

We may from time to time provide updates, enhancements, or modifications to the App. These updates may be automatically downloaded and installed on your device. You agree to receive such updates as part of your use of the App.

11.2 Changes to Features

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any feature or functionality of the App at any time without notice or liability to you.

11.3 No Obligation to Update

We have no obligation to provide updates, support, or maintenance for the App. However, we strive to keep the App updated and secure.

12. Termination

12.1 Termination by You

You may terminate your use of the App at any time by uninstalling it from your device and ceasing all use.

12.2 Termination by Us

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the App at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice, effective immediately. This includes termination for violation of these Terms.

12.3 Effect of Termination

Upon termination:

Your license to use the App immediately terminates
You must cease all use of the App and delete it from your device
All data stored locally on your device will remain until you delete it
Sections of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

13.1 Governing Law

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

13.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or the App shall be resolved through:

Informal Negotiation: First, contact us to attempt to resolve the dispute informally
Mediation: If informal negotiation fails, the parties agree to attempt mediation
Arbitration or Litigation: If mediation fails, disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration or in the courts of [n the courts of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.]

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, together with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the App and supersede all prior agreements and understandings.

14.2 Severability

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

14.3 Waiver

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

14.4 Assignment

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

14.5 No Third-Party Beneficiaries

These Terms do not create any third-party beneficiary rights.

14.6 Force Majeure

We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control.

15. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. When we make changes:

We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of these Terms
Significant changes will be announced within the App
Continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms
If you do not agree to the updated Terms, you must stop using the App

We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or feedback regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us:

Support Email: codeoralab@gmail.com
App: Settings > About > Contact Support

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.

17. Acknowledgment and Acceptance

BY DOWNLOADING, INSTALLING, OR USING SCANORA, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THESE TERMS & CONDITIONS.

If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not use the App.

Thank you for using Scanora. We hope you enjoy the App!