Privacy Policy - FreePDFWorld

Overview

Welcome to FreePDFWorld. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our online PDF and document conversion tools.

                                    Key Principle: We believe in privacy by design. We minimize
                                    data collection, don't require account registration, and automatically delete
                                    your files after processing.
                                

Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to provide our services:

1. Files You Upload

Documents you upload for conversion, compression, or security
These files are temporarily stored for processing only
All files are automatically deleted within 1 hour

2. Technical Information

IP address (for security and rate limiting)
Browser type and version
Operating system
Device type
Date and time of access

3. Usage Data

Pages visited on our site
Tools used
Time spent on pages
Error logs (to improve service quality)

What We DON'T Collect

We do NOT require or collect: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, payment information, or any personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it (e.g., via contact form).

How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for:

Service Delivery: Processing your files and providing conversion/compression services
Security: Preventing abuse, detecting malicious files, and protecting our infrastructure
Performance: Monitoring and improving service speed and reliability
Analytics: Understanding usage patterns to enhance user experience
Support: Responding to your inquiries and providing customer support
Legal Compliance: Complying with applicable laws and regulations

Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your data:

Security Measure	Description
SSL/TLS Encryption	All data transfers are encrypted using HTTPS
Secure Servers	Files processed on protected cloud infrastructure
Access Controls	Strict authentication and authorization protocols
Regular Audits	Continuous security monitoring and vulnerability assessments
Automatic Deletion	Files permanently deleted within 1 hour of processing

                                    Note: While we implement robust security measures, no method
                                    of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.
                                

File Retention Policy

We have a strict file retention policy:

Processing Time: Files are stored only during active processing (typically seconds to minutes)
Maximum Retention: All files are automatically and permanently deleted within 1 hour
No Archiving: We do not archive, backup, or store your files beyond the processing period
Immediate Deletion Available: You can request immediate deletion by closing your browser

Cookies and Tracking

We use minimal cookies for essential functionality:

Essential Cookies

Session management (to track your conversion progress)
Security protection (CSRF tokens)
These cookies are necessary for site functionality

Optional Cookies

Analytics (Google Analytics) - You can opt-out
Performance monitoring

You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect site functionality.

Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

Cloud Hosting: For server infrastructure and file processing
Analytics: To understand usage patterns (Google Analytics)
CDN: For faster content delivery

These services have their own privacy policies. We do not share your files or personal data with third parties except as required for service delivery.

Your Privacy Rights

You have the following rights regarding your data:

Right to Access: Request what information we have about you
Right to Delete: Request deletion of your data
Right to Object: Object to certain data processing activities
Right to Portability: Request a copy of your data
Right to Opt-Out: Decline optional tracking and analytics

To exercise these rights, contact us at: privacy@freepdfworld.com

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Email: privacy@freepdfworld.com

Response Time: Within 48 hours

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