Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Simple QR Creator at simpleqrcreator.com (the "Service"), operated by Marcucio LLC, a Connecticut limited liability company ("we," "our," or "us"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use our Service.

We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the new Terms.

2. Description of Service

Simple QR Creator provides QR code generation services with two tiers:

• Free Tier: Unlimited client-side QR code generation without account registration, data storage, or tracking
• Premium Tier ($19/year): Cloud storage, analytics, dynamic QR codes, customization options, and additional features

3. User Accounts

3.1 Account Registration

Premium features require account registration. You must:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Maintain the security of your account credentials
• Notify us immediately of any unauthorized access
• Be at least 16 years old

3.2 Account Responsibility

You are responsible for all activities under your account and for maintaining the confidentiality of your password.

4. Subscription and Payment

4.1 Premium Subscription

Premium subscriptions are billed annually at $19 USD per year. Features include:

• Unlimited QR code generation and storage
• Comprehensive analytics and tracking
• Dynamic QR codes (editable destinations)
• Custom colors, logos, and designs
• Priority customer support

4.2 Billing

• Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled
• Payment processed securely through Stripe
• Prices subject to change with 30 days notice
• All fees are non-refundable except as required by law

4.3 Free Trial

We may offer a 7-day free trial. If you don't cancel before the trial ends, your subscription will begin automatically.

4.4 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Access continues until the end of the current billing period. No partial refunds are provided for unused time.

5. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree not to use our Service to:

• Violate any laws or regulations
• Create QR codes linking to malicious, fraudulent, or harmful content
• Distribute malware, viruses, or phishing attempts
• Infringe on intellectual property rights
• Harass, abuse, or harm others
• Distribute pornographic or adult content
• Promote illegal activities or substances
• Circumvent any Service limitations or security measures
• Use automated systems to abuse the Service
• Resell or redistribute the Service without permission

6. Content and Intellectual Property

6.1 Your Content

You retain ownership of content you create. By using our Service, you grant us a license to store, display, and process your content as necessary to provide the Service.

6.2 Our Property

The Service, including its design, features, and content, is owned by us and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, or reverse engineer any part of our Service.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of our Service is governed by our Privacy Policy. By using the Service, you consent to our collection and use of data as described in the Privacy Policy.

8. Service Availability and Modifications

8.1 Service Availability

We strive for 99.9% uptime but do not guarantee uninterrupted access. The Service may be temporarily unavailable for maintenance, updates, or unforeseen issues.

8.2 Service Changes

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service with reasonable notice.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

9.1 Disclaimers

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

9.2 Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, WE 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.

Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Service in the twelve months preceding the claim.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Marcucio LLC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses arising from your use of the Service or violation of these Terms.

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account immediately, without prior notice, for:

• Breach of these Terms
• Fraudulent or illegal activities
• Harm to other users or the Service
• Extended account inactivity

Upon termination, your right to use the Service ceases immediately. Premium users will not receive refunds for unused subscription time.

12. Governing Law and Disputes

12.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Connecticut, USA, without regard to its conflict-of-law principles. The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods does not apply.

12.2 Dispute Resolution

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association (AAA) under its Consumer Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall be conducted in Hartford, Connecticut, in English, by a single arbitrator. Judgment on the award may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction.

You and Marcucio LLC each waive the right to a trial by jury and the right to participate in a class action. Either party may bring an individual claim in small-claims court located in Hartford County, Connecticut, in lieu of arbitration, for any dispute within that court's jurisdictional limits.

If you are a consumer resident in the European Economic Area, the United Kingdom, or Switzerland, nothing in this section deprives you of the protection of mandatory consumer-protection laws of your country of residence.

13. General Provisions

13.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and Marcucio LLC regarding the Service.

13.2 Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force.

13.3 Waiver

Our failure to enforce any provision shall not constitute a waiver of that provision.

13.4 Assignment

You may not assign these Terms without our consent. We may assign our rights and obligations without restriction.

14. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, contact us through our parent site:

15. Special Terms for European Users

If you are located in the European Economic Area, additional terms may apply, including enhanced cancellation rights and warranty protections as required by EU consumer law.