Privacy Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: April 2025
This Privacy Policy explains how pdfeditor.cc ("we", "us", or "our") collects, uses, and protects information when you use our website and PDF tools located at https://pdfeditor.cc.
By using our website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this policy.
1. Information We Collect
1.1 Files You Upload
When you use our PDF tools, you upload files to our server for processing. These files are stored temporarily to perform the requested operation and are automatically deleted from our servers after your session ends or within 24 hours, whichever comes first. We do not read, analyze, or share the contents of your uploaded files.
1.2 Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including:
- IP address (anonymized)
- Browser type and version
- Pages visited and time spent
- Referring website
- Date and time of access
This data is collected through Google Analytics and is used solely to understand how our website is used so we can improve it. We do not personally identify users from this data.
1.3 Cookies
Our website uses cookies to improve your experience. Cookies are small text files stored on your device. We use the following types of cookies:
- Session cookies — Essential for the website to function (e.g., security tokens for form submissions). These are deleted when you close your browser.
- Analytics cookies — Set by Google Analytics to help us understand website traffic and usage patterns.
- Advertising cookies — If advertisements are displayed, Google AdSense may set cookies to show relevant ads based on your browsing history. These cookies are governed by Google's Privacy Policy.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some features.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information collected to:
- Provide, operate, and maintain our PDF tools and website
- Process your uploaded files and deliver converted/edited results
- Analyze website usage to improve our services
- Display relevant advertisements (when advertising is enabled)
- Comply with legal obligations
3. Third-Party Services
3.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect and analyze website usage data. Google Analytics uses cookies to track user interactions. The data collected is sent to Google's servers. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
3.2 Google AdSense
We may display advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google AdSense uses 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 and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to our site and/or other sites on the Internet.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings or by visiting aboutads.info.
For more information about Google's privacy practices, please visit Google's Privacy Policy.
4. Data Retention
Uploaded files are automatically deleted from our servers within 24 hours of upload. We do not retain user files beyond the time needed to complete the requested operation. Analytics data is retained for a maximum of 26 months as configured in Google Analytics.
5. Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. All file uploads and downloads are served over HTTPS encrypted connections.
6. Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Right to Object — Object to processing of your personal data.
- Right to Data Portability — Receive your data in a portable format.
- CCPA Rights — California residents have the right to know, delete, and opt-out of the sale of personal information. We do not sell personal information.
To exercise these rights, please contact us.
7. Children's Privacy
Our website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete such information.
8. Links to Other Websites
Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit.
9. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.