Privacy Policy
Your privacy is our priority. Learn how we protect your data and respect your digital rights.
Our Privacy Principles
We built Tools Forge with privacy at its core
Local Processing
All file processing happens directly in your browser. Your files never leave your device.
No Tracking
We don't track your usage patterns or collect personal data without explicit consent.
Secure by Design
Our tools are built with security and privacy as core principles, not afterthoughts.
No Data Storage
We don't store your files or personal information on our servers.
Information We Collect
Files You Process: When you use our PDF tools, your files are processed entirely within your web browser using client-side JavaScript. We never receive, store, or have access to your files or their contents.
Technical Information: We may collect basic technical information such as your browser type, device type, and general location (country level) to improve our services and ensure compatibility.
Usage Analytics: We use privacy-focused analytics to understand how our tools are used (such as which features are most popular) but this data is aggregated and anonymous.
How We Protect Your Data
Local Processing: All file manipulation happens in your browser using modern web technologies. Your files never leave your device during processing.
No File Storage: We don't store any files you process on our servers. Once you close your browser tab, all traces of your files are permanently removed.
Secure Connections: Our website uses HTTPS encryption to ensure secure communication between your browser and our servers.
No Third-Party Access: We don't share your data with third parties for advertising or other commercial purposes.
Cookies and Tracking
Essential Cookies: We use minimal cookies necessary for the website to function, such as remembering your theme preference (dark/light mode).
Analytics: We use privacy-focused analytics that don't track individual users or create personal profiles. All data is aggregated and anonymous.
No Advertising Cookies: We don't use cookies for advertising or behavioral tracking purposes.
Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Know what data we collect about you
- Request deletion of any data we may have
- Opt out of analytics cookies
- Access our services without creating an account
- Use our tools without providing personal information
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please don't hesitate to contact us:
- Email: contact@toolsforge.pro
- Subject: Privacy Policy Question
We typically respond to privacy-related inquiries within 48 hours.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this Privacy Policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your privacy.