Privacy Policy
Your privacy is our priority. Learn how PDF File Compressor protects your personal information and ensures secure processing of your documents.
Last updated: December 15, 2024
1. Information We Collect
We collect minimal information necessary to provide our PDF compression service effectively and securely:
Files and Documents
- PDF files you upload for compression (processed temporarily)
- File metadata (size, creation date, compression settings)
- Processing logs for quality assurance
Technical Information
- IP address and general location (for security and analytics)
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Device information and screen resolution
- Referral source and website navigation patterns
Usage Analytics
- Service usage statistics (anonymous and aggregated)
- Feature utilization and performance metrics
- Error reports and diagnostic information
2. How We Use Your Information
Your information is used exclusively for legitimate business purposes:
Primary Uses
- Process and compress your PDF files
- Deliver compressed files back to you
- Ensure service security and prevent abuse
- Provide technical support when needed
Secondary Uses
- Improve service quality and performance
- Analyze usage patterns for optimization
- Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
- Comply with legal obligations
3. File Security and Automatic Deletion
We implement industry-leading security measures to protect your files:
🔒 Security Measures
- Encrypted Transmission: All files are uploaded and downloaded using SSL/TLS encryption
- Secure Processing: Files are processed in isolated, secure server environments
- Automatic Deletion: All uploaded files are permanently deleted within 1 hour
- No Content Access: Our staff never access or view the content of your files
- Secure Infrastructure: Servers protected with firewalls, intrusion detection, and monitoring
- Regular Security Audits: Quarterly security assessments and vulnerability testing
File Deletion Timeline
Immediate: Files removed from active processing after compression
15 minutes: Files purged from temporary storage
1 hour: Complete deletion from all systems and backups
24 hours: Verification of complete data removal
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use minimal cookies and tracking technologies:
Essential Cookies
- Session management and security tokens
- User preferences and settings
- Load balancing and performance optimization
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
- Anonymous usage statistics via Google Analytics
- Performance monitoring and error tracking
- Feature usage analysis for improvements
You can disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings or our cookie preference center.
5. Third-Party Services
We carefully select third-party services that meet our privacy standards:
Analytics & Performance
- Google Analytics (anonymized data)
- Cloudflare (CDN and security)
- Performance monitoring tools
Infrastructure & Security
- Cloud hosting providers (AWS/Google Cloud)
- Security monitoring services
- Backup and disaster recovery systems
6. Your Privacy Rights
You have comprehensive rights regarding your personal data:
Data Rights
- Request information about collected data
- Request deletion of personal information
- Correct inaccurate personal data
- Data portability and export
Control Options
- Opt-out of analytics tracking
- Disable non-essential cookies
- Request processing restrictions
- File privacy complaints
7. International Data Transfers
Our services may involve international data transfers. We ensure adequate protection through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) with service providers
- Adequacy decisions for data transfers to approved countries
- Additional safeguards for transfers to non-adequate countries
- Regular review of transfer mechanisms and protections
8. Data Retention
Retention Periods
- Uploaded Files: Deleted within 1 hour of processing
- Processing Logs: Retained for 30 days for quality assurance
- Analytics Data: Aggregated data retained for 26 months
- Security Logs: Retained for 12 months for security purposes
- Support Communications: Retained for 3 years or as legally required
9. Children's Privacy
Our service is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.
10. Contact Information
For privacy-related questions, data requests, or concerns:
Privacy Officer: PDF File Compressor
Email: privacy@pdffilecompressor.com
Data Protection Email: dpo@pdffilecompressor.com
Address: 123 Tech Street, Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94105
Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567
Response Time: We respond to privacy inquiries within 72 hours
Related Information
Our Commitment to Privacy by Design
Privacy isn't just a policy for us—it's a fundamental principle that guides every aspect of our service design and operation. From the moment you visit our website to the completion of your PDF compression, we've built privacy protection into every step of the process.
Unlike many online services that require user accounts and store personal information indefinitely, we've designed our service to be completely anonymous. You don't need to create an account, provide personal information, or worry about long-term data storage. Your files are processed and immediately deleted.
We regularly review and update our privacy practices to ensure compliance with evolving privacy laws including GDPR, CCPA, and other regional regulations. Our privacy team works closely with legal experts to maintain the highest standards of data protection.
Your trust is essential to our business, and we're committed to earning and maintaining that trust through transparent privacy practices, robust security measures, and respect for your fundamental right to privacy.