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Privacy Policy

Your privacy matters to us. Here's exactly how we protect your data.

Key Point: All PDF processing happens 100% in your browser. Your files are NEVER uploaded to our servers. We have zero access to your documents.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 2. Information We Collect 3. Google AdSense 4. Cookie Consent 5. Google Analytics 6. How We Use Data 7. Data Sharing 8. Data Security 9. GDPR & Your Rights 10. Children's Privacy 11. Third-Party Links 12. Policy Changes 13. Contact Us

1. Introduction

Welcome to PDFTools ("we," "our," or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our website and services (the "Service").

By using our Service, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring a safe experience for all users.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Files You Process

Good News: We collect absolutely NOTHING from your files. All processing happens locally in your browser.
  • All PDF processing is done entirely in your browser using JavaScript
  • Your files are never uploaded to our servers
  • We have zero access to the content of your documents
  • Files are processed locally and remain only on your device
  • When you close the browser tab, all data is gone permanently

2.2 Usage Information

We may collect anonymous usage data to improve our service, such as:

  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Pages visited and time spent on our site
  • Referring website or source
  • General geographic location (country level only)
  • Device type (desktop, tablet, mobile)

2.3 Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for:

  • Essential cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our site
  • Advertising cookies: Used by Google AdSense to show relevant ads
  • Preference cookies: Remember your settings and preferences

3. Google AdSense & Advertising

We use Google AdSense to display advertisements on our website. This helps us keep all tools free for everyone.

  • Google AdSense may use cookies and web beacons to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites
  • Google's use of advertising cookies enables it to serve ads based on your visits to our site and/or other sites on the Internet
  • Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior website visits
Opt Out: You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or AboutAds.info

4. Cookie Consent & Control

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Firefox Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Safari Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
Edge Settings → Privacy, Search and Services

Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features on our website.

5. Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to track and analyze website traffic. Google Analytics collects data anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.

  • Data collected is anonymous and aggregated
  • No personally identifiable information is collected
  • Helps us understand which tools are most useful
  • Allows us to improve user experience

You can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on .

6. How We Use Your Information

We use collected information only to:

  • Provide and maintain our Service
  • Improve user experience and tool performance
  • Analyze website usage patterns
  • Display relevant advertisements to keep tools free
  • Detect and prevent technical issues or abuse
  • Respond to your inquiries and support requests

7. Data Sharing

We do NOT sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to third parties, except in the following limited cases:

  • Google AdSense — for advertising purposes only
  • Google Analytics — for anonymous website analytics
  • Legal requirements — when required by law or legal process
  • Safety — to protect the rights and safety of our users

8. Data Security

We take your security very seriously. Here's how we protect you:

  • All connections use HTTPS/SSL encryption
  • Files are processed locally in your browser — never transmitted to our servers
  • We do not store any of your documents or personal files
  • No account or registration is required to use our tools
  • No passwords to steal — we don't have any user accounts
  • Regular security reviews of our codebase

9. GDPR & Your Rights

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA) or United Kingdom, you have certain rights regarding your personal data under GDPR:

Right to Access

Request a copy of your personal data we hold

Right to Deletion

Request deletion of your personal data

Right to Object

Object to processing of your personal data

Right to Portability

Request transfer of your personal data

Right to Rectification

Correct inaccurate personal data

Right to Restrict

Restrict processing of your personal data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at sanketspprt@gmail.com

10. Children's Privacy

Our Service is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at sanketspprt@gmail.com and we will take steps to remove that information.

11. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these websites.

We encourage you to read the privacy policies of any third-party websites you visit. This Privacy Policy applies only to our Service.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons.

  • Changes will be posted on this page
  • The "Last Updated" date will be revised
  • For significant changes, we may provide additional notice
  • Your continued use of the Service constitutes acceptance of the updated policy

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

  • Email: sanketspprt@gmail.com
  • Contact Form: Click here to send us a message
  • Response Time: We aim to respond within 24–48 hours on weekdays
This Privacy Policy was written in plain English to make it easy to understand. If anything is unclear, please don't hesitate to contact us.
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