PDFBase

Privacy Policy

Last updated: January 2026

Privacy Summary

TL;DR: Your files are processed entirely in your browser. We never upload, store, or access your files. We don't track what you convert. We collect minimal analytics to improve our service.

1. Introduction

Welcome to PDFBase ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website at pdfbase.io and our PDF conversion tools.

2. How Our Tools Work

PDFBase is designed with privacy as a core principle. Our PDF tools process files using one of two methods:

Client-Side Processing (Most Tools)

The majority of our tools process files entirely in your web browser using JavaScript. When you use these tools:

  • Your files never leave your device
  • Processing happens locally in your browser
  • We cannot see, access, or store your files
  • Files are immediately released from memory after download

Server-Side Processing (Select Tools)

Some complex operations require server processing. For these tools:

  • Files are encrypted during transfer using HTTPS
  • Files are automatically deleted within 1 hour
  • We do not access or view your file contents
  • Processing servers are located in secure data centers

Tools that require server processing are clearly marked with a "Server" badge.

3. Information We Collect

Information You Provide

We may collect information you voluntarily provide, such as your email address if you subscribe to our newsletter.

Automatically Collected Information

We collect minimal analytics data to improve our service:

  • Page views and tool usage statistics (anonymized)
  • Browser type and operating system
  • General geographic location (country level)
  • Referring website

We use privacy-focused analytics that do not track individual users or use cookies for tracking.

4. What We Don't Collect

We want to be clear about what we do NOT collect:

  • The contents of your files
  • File names or metadata
  • Personal information from your documents
  • Your conversion history
  • IP addresses (we anonymize these)

5. Cookies

We use only essential cookies required for the website to function properly. We do not use tracking cookies or third-party advertising cookies.

Essential cookies we use:

  • Theme preference (light/dark mode)
  • Session management (if applicable)

6. Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

  • Analytics: Privacy-focused analytics to understand usage patterns
  • CDN: Content delivery networks to serve static assets quickly

These services are selected for their privacy practices and do not have access to your files.

7. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • HTTPS encryption for all connections
  • Regular security audits
  • Minimal data collection and retention
  • Secure, privacy-focused hosting

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Know what data we collect about you
  • Request deletion of any data we hold
  • Opt out of analytics collection
  • Unsubscribe from any communications

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect information from children under 13.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at privacy@pdfbase.io.