Privacy Policy
Last updated: 10 March 2026
This Privacy Policy explains how ScanTech ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website and electronics barcode scanning service ("the Service"). By using the Service, you agree to the practices described in this policy.
1. Information We Collect
We do not require you to create an account or provide any personal information to use ScanTech. The following data is collected automatically:
a) Anonymous Scan Events
When you scan a barcode, we log the following anonymously:
- The barcode number scanned
- The device category detected (phone, laptop, TV, audio, gaming, etc.)
- Whether the product was found in our database
- A timestamp of when the scan occurred
This data is never linked to any user, device identifier, IP address, or personal identity. It is used solely to power aggregate statistics and improve the service.
b) Product Cache
To improve performance, product data returned from third-party sources is cached in our database against the barcode number. This cache contains only product information (name, brand, specs, image) — no user data.
c) Camera Access
The scanner requests access to your device camera solely to read barcodes. We do not record, store, transmit, or process any camera images or video. All barcode detection happens locally on your device in real time. Camera access is never used for any purpose other than reading barcodes.
d) Standard Web Server Logs
Our hosting provider (Vercel) may collect standard server log data including IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited under their own privacy policy. We do not access or use this data for tracking.
2. Cookies, Advertising & Tracking
ScanTech itself does not set any first-party cookies or use any first-party tracking technologies.
Google AdSense
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google AdSense uses cookies, web beacons, and similar tracking technologies to serve personalised advertisements based on your browsing history. Google or its partners may place and read cookies on your browser as a result of ad serving on this website.
For more information on how Google uses data: How Google uses data when you use our partners' sites or apps. Opt out of personalised ads at adssettings.google.com.
Amazon Affiliate Links
ScanTech participates in the Amazon Associates Programme. When you click an Amazon link, Amazon may place cookies on your browser to track purchases. We earn a small commission on qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Affiliate links are clearly marked and never influence the product data or specs shown.
Supabase
We use Supabase as our database provider to store anonymised scan events and product cache data. Supabase is GDPR-compliant. No personal data is passed to Supabase.
3. How We Use Data
The anonymous scan data we collect is used to:
- Display aggregate statistics on the homepage and Top 10 page
- Understand which device categories are most scanned
- Improve product detection and database coverage
- Monitor service reliability and performance
We do not sell, rent, or share any data with third parties for marketing. We do not build user profiles. Scan data is never used for advertising targeting.
4. Important Disclaimers
Product Specifications
Specs shown on ScanTech are retrieved from third-party databases and extracted automatically from product data. They are for informational purposes only. Always verify specifications with the manufacturer or retailer before making a purchase decision. ScanTech is not responsible for inaccurate or incomplete spec data.
Pricing
ScanTech does not display live prices. Amazon links are affiliate search links and prices shown on Amazon may vary. We make no guarantees about pricing accuracy.
5. Third-Party Data Sources
Product information is retrieved from:
- UPCitemdb — product database for electronics and consumer goods
We do not control the accuracy of data in these databases. Product data should always be verified with the manufacturer or retailer.
6. Data Retention
Anonymous scan events are retained indefinitely for aggregate analytics. Product cache entries refresh after 7 days. Since no personal data is stored, there is no personal data to delete. Contact us if you believe otherwise.
7. Children's Privacy
ScanTech is not directed at children under 13. We collect no personal information from any user. Google AdSense on this site is not configured for child-directed treatment.
8. Your Rights (GDPR / UK GDPR)
If you are in the EEA or UK, you have rights including access, erasure, objection, and restriction of processing. As we hold no personally identifiable information, exercising these rights will confirm no personal data is held. Contact us at the address below.
9. Security
We use Supabase with Row Level Security (RLS) on all database tables. All data is transmitted over HTTPS. As no personal data is collected, the risk to users from a data breach is minimal.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy periodically. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent revision. Continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
11. Contact
For questions about this Privacy Policy or to exercise your data rights:
contact@scantech.site