Our Privacy Commitment
All PDF editing happens in your browser
Your documents never leave your device
Use all features without signing up
We don't track your document content or edits
Information We Collect
✅ What We DO Collect:
- •Analytics Data: Basic usage statistics through privacy-focused analytics
- •Error Reports: Technical errors to improve the application
- •Browser Storage: Your signatures stored locally on your device
❌ What We DON'T Collect:
- ×Your PDF documents or their contents
- ×Text or signatures you add to PDFs
- ×Personal identification information
- ×Email addresses or contact information
- ×Payment or financial information
How pdf0 Protects Your Privacy
Technical Explanation: pdf0 uses WebAssembly and JavaScript libraries that run entirely in your browser. When you upload a PDF, it's processed using your device's computing power, not our servers.
Local Processing
When you select a PDF, it's loaded into your browser's memory
Browser-Based Editing
All modifications use JavaScript and WebAssembly running on your device
Direct Download
Edited PDFs are generated and downloaded directly from your browser
Automatic Cleanup
Files are removed from browser memory when you close the tab
Local Storage & Cookies
pdf0 uses minimal browser storage to enhance your experience:
| Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| LocalStorage | Save signature for reuse | Until cleared by user |
| SessionStorage | Temporary PDF data during editing | Until tab is closed |
| Analytics Cookie | Anonymous usage statistics | 30 days |
LocalStorage
Purpose: Save signature for reuse
Duration: Until cleared by user
SessionStorage
Purpose: Temporary PDF data during editing
Duration: Until tab is closed
Analytics Cookie
Purpose: Anonymous usage statistics
Duration: 30 days
💡 You can clear all stored data at any time through your browser settings.
Third-Party Services
pdf0 uses minimal third-party services:
For faster loading of the application files
Anonymous usage data to improve the service
Technical error reporting (no document content)
⚠️ None of these services have access to your PDF documents or their contents.
Data Security
HTTPS Encryption
All connections use SSL/TLS encryption
No Data Retention
We don't store your documents on any server
Open Source Libraries
We use trusted, audited PDF processing libraries
Regular Updates
We keep all dependencies updated for security
Your Privacy Rights
Since we don't collect personal data, traditional data rights (GDPR, CCPA) don't apply. However, you always have the right to:
- ✓Use pdf0 completely anonymously
- ✓Clear your browser's local storage at any time
- ✓Disable analytics through browser privacy settings
- ✓Use browser privacy modes (Incognito/Private) for additional privacy
Children's Privacy
pdf0 doesn't knowingly collect any information from anyone, including children under 13. The service can be used by anyone as it doesn't require personal information.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Since we don't collect email addresses, we cannot notify users directly of changes.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this privacy policy or pdf0's privacy practices, you can:
- •Open an issue on our GitHub repository
- •Contact us through our website's contact form
🔒 Privacy TL;DR
Your PDFs never leave your computer. Everything happens in your browser. We don't see, store, or have access to your documents. It's like using desktop software, but in your browser. That's it. That's the privacy policy.