Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

Welcome to PDF2CBR ("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, and safeguard your data when you use our file conversion service at pdf2cbr.com.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Files You Upload

When you use our conversion service, you upload files (PDF, CBZ, CBR) to our servers for processing. These files are:

• Encrypted during transfer using HTTPS/TLS
• Stored temporarily on our secure servers
• Automatically and permanently deleted within 10 minutes of upload
• Never accessed, viewed, or analyzed by our staff
• Never shared with third parties

2.2 Analytics Data

We use Google Analytics 4 and Google Tag Manager to collect anonymous usage statistics, including:

• Pages visited and time spent on site
• Device type, browser, and operating system
• Geographic region (country/city level)
• Conversion types used (e.g., PDF to CBZ)
• Referral sources

This data is anonymized and cannot be used to identify individual users. We use it solely to improve our service and understand user behavior.

2.3 What We Don't Collect

We do not collect:

• Names, email addresses, or contact information
• Payment information (our service is free)
• Account credentials (no registration required)
• IP addresses in identifiable form
• The content of your files

3. How We Use Your Information

The files you upload are used exclusively to:

• Perform the requested file conversion
• Generate a downloadable output file

Analytics data is used to:

• Monitor service performance and uptime
• Identify and fix technical issues
• Understand which features are most popular
• Improve user experience

4. Data Retention

Uploaded files: Automatically deleted within 10 minutes of upload. We do not maintain any backups of user files.

Analytics data: Retained for up to 26 months in Google Analytics, after which it is automatically deleted.

5. Cookies and Tracking

We use the following types of cookies:

5.1 Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.

5.2 Analytics Cookies

Used by Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. You can opt out of these by using browser extensions like Google Analytics Opt-out or by adjusting your browser settings.

6. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics 4: For anonymous usage statistics
• Google Tag Manager: For managing analytics tags
• Railway: For hosting our servers (EU region)

Each of these services has its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review them.

7. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures:

• All data transfers are encrypted using HTTPS/TLS
• Files are processed in isolated, secure environments
• Automatic file deletion ensures no long-term storage
• Regular security audits and updates

8. Your Rights (GDPR)

If you are in the European Union, you have the right to:

• Access: Request information about data we hold about you
• Erasure: Request deletion of your data (files are auto-deleted in 10 minutes)
• Opt-out: Disable analytics cookies through your browser settings
• Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format

Since we don't collect personal information and files are automatically deleted, most of these rights are satisfied by design.

9. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed at children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect information from children. If you believe a child has used our service, please contact us.

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify users of any material changes by updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our practices, please contact us at:

Email: privacy@pdf2cbr.com