Effective Date: March 02, 2026
Introduction
Free PDF Signer ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website https://free-pdf-signer.com (the "Service"). This Privacy Policy informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our Service and the choices you have associated with that data.
We process your PDF files locally in your browser, meaning no files are uploaded, stored, or processed on our servers. We do not require registration or collect personal data intentionally through the editor. This minimizes data processing under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
We use Cloudflare as our hosting provider, acting as a data processor under GDPR. They may process anonymous usage data for site analytics without collecting personal identifiers. See Cloudflare's GDPR page: https://www.cloudflare.com/trust-hub/gdpr
Data We Collect
Personal Data: We do not collect personal data such as names, email addresses, or payment information unless you contact us voluntarily, for example by email at [email protected].
Usage Data: We may collect information on how the Service is accessed and used, such as IP addresses, browser type, and pages visited. This is done via server logs for security and maintenance purposes.
Cookies: We use only essential cookies for site functionality. See our Cookies Policy for details.
No File Data: Your PDF files and signatures are processed entirely in your browser and never leave your device.
Legal Basis for Processing
Under GDPR, we process data based on:
- Legitimate interests, for example site security.
- Consent, for non-essential cookies if any are introduced.
- Contract, if you contact us directly.
How We Use Your Data
- To provide and maintain the Service.
- To notify you about changes to our Service.
- To detect, prevent, and address technical issues.
- For legal compliance.
Data Sharing
We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties, except:
- Service providers such as hosting providers under strict data protection agreements.
- If required by law.
Data Retention
We retain usage data for as long as necessary for the purposes set out in this policy, typically up to 12 months for logs. You can request deletion at any time.
Your Data Protection Rights (GDPR)
If you are in the EU or EEA, you have the right to:
- Access, update, or delete your data.
- Rectify inaccurate data.
- Object to processing.
- Restrict processing.
- Data portability.
- Withdraw consent.
Contact us at [email protected] to exercise these rights. We respond within one month.
International Transfers
Data is hosted in the EU. If transferred outside the EEA, we ensure adequate safeguards.
Security
We use reasonable measures to protect data, but no method is 100% secure.
Children's Privacy
Our Service does not address anyone under 18. We do not knowingly collect data from children.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy. Changes are effective when posted.