Privacy Policy

PDFTEQ (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal data of users worldwide. This Privacy Policy explains how information is handled when you use our website and our suite of engineering-grade PDF tools.

1. Our Privacy Commitment

PDFTEQ is designed with privacy-first principles. Unlike other platforms, we do not require user accounts, registrations, or identity verification. Students worldwide can use all tools completely free without providing sensitive personal information.

2. Core Architecture: The Hybrid Processing Model

To provide the highest level of security while maintaining powerful conversion capabilities, PDFTEQ utilizes a Hybrid Processing Architecture:

• Client-Side Tools (Zero Uploads): For core tools like Merge, Split, and Compress, processing happens entirely within your device's memory (WebAssembly). These files are never uploaded to our servers.
• Hosted Server Conversions: For complex tasks (e.g., PDF to Word/Excel), files are securely transmitted to our hosted servers via TLS 1.3 encryption.
• Strict Auto-Deletion (Zero Retention): Any file transmitted to our servers is automatically and permanently deleted immediately after processing (maximum within 30 minutes). We do not keep backups, nor do we read or share your document content.

3. Information We Do NOT Collect

We strictly limit the data we interact with. We explicitly DO NOT collect:

• Personal Identity: No names, physical addresses, phone numbers, or government IDs.
• Account Data: No login credentials or passwords (No Sign-up required).
• Document Content: No permanent storage or indexing of your PDF content.
• Student Verification: No proof of enrollment required for free access.

4. Information We May Collect Automatically

For operational security and to maintain our status as a reliable PDF editor, limited technical data may be collected via server logs:

• Technical Data: IP address (anonymized where possible), browser type, and device info.
• Usage Data: Anonymous statistics on which tools (e.g., Merge, Compress) are used most.
• Security Logs: Data used strictly to prevent DDoS attacks and abuse.

5. Cookies & Advertising

We use cookies to ensure our free PDF tools function correctly. You can manage these in your browser settings.

• Essential Cookies: Required for site functionality (e.g., maintaining sessions).
• Analytics: Google Analytics (anonymized) to improve our user experience.
• Advertising: Google AdSense may use cookies to display relevant ads to non-student users. You can opt-out via Google Ad Settings.

6. Student Privacy Protection

PDFTEQ is committed to supporting education globally and offers the best free PDF tools for students in 2026:

• 100% Free Access: Students worldwide use all tools without paywalls.
• No Profiling: We do not track academic progress or build user profiles.
• No Nudging: Students are never forced to view payment prompts.

7. Data Sharing Policy

We do not sell, rent, or trade user data. Data is only shared if legally required by court order or with trusted infrastructure providers (e.g., secure hosting) under strict confidentiality agreements.

8. Global Compliance Framework

Our privacy practices are designed to align with major international frameworks:

• GDPR (EU & UK): Guarantees rights to access and erasure.
• DPDP Act (India): We act as a responsible data fiduciary.
• CCPA/CPRA (USA): Guarantees the right to opt-out.

9. Your Data Rights

You may request information about data handling or exercise your privacy rights by contacting us. We will respond within the timeframe required by your local laws (usually 30 days).

10. Contact Us

For privacy inquiries regarding our secure PDF tools:

• Email: support@pdfteq.com
• Website: https://pdfteq.com