Privacy Policy
Effective Date: March 15, 2025
Welcome to PDF24.cloud ("we," "us," or "our"). Your privacy is our priority. This policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you use our website and tools. By accessing PDF24.cloud, you agree to the terms described below.
1. Information We Collect
a. User-Uploaded Files
When you use our PDF tools (e.g., merging, converting), we temporarily process your uploaded files to deliver the requested service.
Files are automatically and permanently deleted from our servers within 60 minutes of processing. We do not store, share, or access your files afterward.
b. Automated Data
Technical Data: We collect non-personal information such as your IP address, browser type, device details, and usage patterns via cookies and analytics tools.
Cookies: We use cookies to enhance functionality, analyze traffic, and support advertising.
c. Ad-Related Data
Third-party advertisers (e.g., Google AdSense) may use cookies to serve personalized ads based on your browsing history.
2. How We Use Your Information
- To provide, maintain, and improve our PDF tools.
- To analyze site performance and user behavior.
- To display relevant ads via Google AdSense and other ad networks.
- To comply with legal obligations and prevent abuse.
3. Google AdSense & Third-Party Advertising
We use Google AdSense to display ads. Key disclosures:
Third-Party Vendors: Google and other partners use cookies to serve ads based on your activity across sites.
DoubleClick Cookie: Google uses the DoubleClick cookie to enable interest-based advertising.
Opt-Out Options:
- Adjust ad preferences via Google Ad Settings.
- Opt out of third-party cookies at NAI Opt-Out.
4. Data Security
- Encryption: All data transfers use HTTPS encryption.
- Server Security: Files are processed on secure servers with restricted access.
- No Absolute Guarantee: While we use industry-standard measures, no online service is 100% secure.
5. Data Retention
- Files: Deleted permanently within 60 minutes.
- Logs: Non-personal data (e.g., IP addresses) may be retained for up to 30 days for analytics and security.
6. Third-Party Services
We integrate with:
- Google Analytics: For traffic analysis. Review their Privacy Policy.
- Google AdSense: For advertising. Review their Privacy Policy.
Third-party links or tools on our site follow their own policies.
7. Children's Privacy
PDF24.cloud is not intended for users under 13. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may:
- Access or Delete Data: Request details or deletion of your data (where applicable).
- Opt Out of Cookies: Manage preferences via browser settings (may affect functionality).
- Opt Out of Ads: Use the links provided in Section 3.
Contact us at Contact@pdf24.cloud to exercise these rights.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted here with a revised effective date.
10. Contact Us
For privacy-related inquiries, contact:
Email: Contact@pdf24.cloud
Compliance Disclosures
CCPA (California): We do not sell personal data. California residents may request data disclosure or deletion.
GDPR (EU): EU users have rights to access, rectify, or erase their data under GDPR.
Cookie Policy
We use cookies to:
- Enable core functionality (e.g., file processing).
- Analyze traffic via Google Analytics.
- Serve personalized ads via Google AdSense.
Manage cookies through your browser settings.
Thank you for trusting PDF24.cloud!