Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to PDF Bucket ("we," "our," or "us"). We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our website and services.

PDF Bucket is a free online PDF tool service that allows users to process PDF files, including removing watermarks, merging, splitting, compressing, and converting PDFs. We operate in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

We collect information that you voluntarily provide when using our services:

• PDF files you upload for processing
• IP address and browser information
• Usage data and preferences

2.2 Automatically Collected Information

We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website:

• IP address and location data
• Browser type and version
• Device information
• Pages visited and time spent
• Referring website addresses

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

• Service Provision: To process your PDF files and provide our services
• Improvement: To improve our website functionality and user experience
• Security: To detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
• Analytics: To analyze usage patterns and optimize our services
• Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

4. File Storage and Deletion

Important: All uploaded files are automatically deleted after 1 hour for your privacy and security. We do not store your files permanently. Processed files are also deleted after 1 hour.

Files are stored temporarily on secure Google Cloud Storage servers and are automatically removed by our automated deletion system. We do not have access to your files after they are deleted.

5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These technologies help us:

• Remember your preferences
• Analyze website traffic
• Provide personalized content

You can control cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may limit some functionality.

6. Third-Party Services

We use third-party services that may collect information:

• Google AdSense: For displaying advertisements
• Google Analytics: For website analytics
• Google Cloud Platform: For hosting and file processing

These services have their own privacy policies. We encourage you to review them.

7. Data Security

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

• SSL encryption for data transmission
• Secure cloud storage with access controls
• Automatic file deletion after 1 hour
• Regular security audits and updates

However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. While we strive to protect your data, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal information
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt-out of certain data collection
• Request data portability
• File a complaint with data protection authorities

To exercise these rights, please contact us using the information provided in the Contact section.

9. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us immediately.

10. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have different data protection laws. By using our services, you consent to such transfers.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Privacy Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. You are advised to review this Privacy Policy periodically.

12. Contact Us

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

• Website: Contact Page
• Email: privacy@pdfbucket.online
• Address: PDF Bucket, Online Service

13. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), our legal basis for processing your personal information includes:

• Your consent
• Performance of a contract
• Legitimate interests
• Legal obligations