Privacy Policy
Effective date: July 28, 2026
Overview
PDF Toolbox ("we", "us", "our") provides free, browser-based PDF tools at this website. This policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have — including around cookies and advertising.
Information we collect
- Files you upload. Files you process (merge, convert, etc.) are used only to perform the requested operation and are deleted from our server once processing finishes or the request times out. We do not read, scan, or retain the contents of your files.
- Account information. If you create an account, we store your email address and a securely hashed password. We never store your password in plain text.
- Usage history. If you're signed in, we log which tool you used and when, so you can see your own history. We do not store the files themselves alongside this history.
- Technical data. Like most websites, our server logs standard technical information (IP address, browser type, timestamps) for security and troubleshooting.
- Cookies. We use a cookie to keep you signed in, and — if you consent — cookies set by advertising partners as described below.
How we use information
We use the information above to operate the service, maintain your account and history, keep the site secure, and, where you've consented, to support the site through advertising.
Cookies and advertising
This site is supported in part by advertising. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to you based on your visit to this site and/or other sites on the internet.
You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google Ads Settings, or opt out of a third-party vendor's use of cookies for personalized advertising by visiting www.aboutads.info.
We show a cookie consent banner on your first visit. Advertising cookies are only set after you accept them; you can change your choice at any time using the "Cookie preferences" link in the footer.
Data security
We use industry-standard measures — including password hashing and httpOnly session cookies — to protect the information we store. No method of transmission or storage is 100% secure, but we work to protect your information appropriately.
Children's privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. We'll update the effective date above when we do.
Contact us
Questions about this policy? Reach out through our Contact page.