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