Your files
Every PDFOrchard tool processes files locally, inside your own browser. When you upload a file into a tool on this site, it is read directly by JavaScript running on your device; it is not transmitted to our servers, stored by us, or seen by anyone on our team. Closing the tab or refreshing the page clears the file from memory.
Information we do collect
Like most websites, our server logs basic technical information automatically, such as your IP address, browser type, referring page, and the pages you visit, for security and analytics purposes. We may use a privacy-respecting analytics tool to understand which tools are most used, in aggregate.
Cookies and local storage
We use your browser's local storage to remember your dark/light mode preference. This stays on your device and is not sent to us. If advertising is enabled on this site (see below), Google and its partners may also set cookies in your browser.
Advertising (Google AdSense)
This site may display advertisements served by Google AdSense. Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads based on a visitor's prior visits to this and other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads based on your visit to this site and/or other sites on the internet. You can opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google's Ads Settings. Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on someone's past visits to this website.
Contact form
If you submit our contact form or email us directly, we use the information you provide only to respond to your message. We do not sell or share your contact information with third parties.
Children's privacy
This site is not directed at children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by updating the date at the top of this page.
Contact us
Questions about this policy can be sent to pdforchard@gmail.com.