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Privacy Policy

Last updated: 28 June 2026

Who we are

pdfly is a free online toolkit for working with PDF files, available at pdfly.work. For any privacy question you can reach us at alexius.sayco.academia@gmail.com.

Files you upload

When you use a tool that needs a file, that file is uploaded to our server only to perform the operation you requested (compress, merge, split, edit, etc.). Processed files are stored temporarily and automatically deleted a short time after your session, typically within an hour. We do not read, share, sell, or retain the contents of your files, and we do not use them for any purpose other than producing your requested output.

Information we collect

We do not require accounts and we do not ask for personal information. Our server keeps standard technical logs (such as IP address and browser type) for security and reliability. Third parties listed below may collect additional data as described in their own policies.

Cookies and advertising

We use Google AdSense to display ads, which helps keep pdfly free. Google and its partners may use cookies or similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites.

Your choices

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies will not affect the core PDF tools, which work without them.

Children

pdfly is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them.

Changes

We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be reflected by the "last updated" date above.