Does PDFSass upload my files to a server?

No. PDFSass processes all files entirely in your browser using WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device.

Is PDFSass completely free?

Yes. All 35+ tools are completely free with no daily limits, no watermarks, and no account required.

PDFSass is a free browser-based PDF toolkit with 35+ tools for merging, splitting, compressing, and converting PDFs. No signup required.

Does PDFSass require an account?

No account, no signup, no registration. All tools are available immediately.

Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 12, 2026 | Last Updated: June 12, 2026

PDFSass ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and safeguard your personal information when you visit pdfsass.com (the "Website"). By using our Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

1. Who We Are

PDFSass is operated by Souparna Roy, an individual operating a digital business based in India. PDFSass provides 35+ free online PDF tools including merging, splitting, compressing, converting, OCR, editing, rotating, watermarking, and managing PDF files — all at no charge and without requiring account registration. For all privacy-related matters, contact our Grievance Officer (Section 13).

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide Voluntarily

Email Address: When you subscribe to our newsletter or mailing list.
Communications: Any messages, feedback, or queries you send us via the contact form or by email.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Website, our servers and third-party tools may automatically collect:

IP address and approximate geographic location
Browser type, version, and operating system
Device type (desktop, mobile, tablet)
Pages visited, time spent on each page, and navigation path
Referring website or search query that led you to us
Date and time of your visit

2.3 Files You Upload

Most PDFSass tools process files locally in your browser using JavaScript — your PDFs never leave your device. For tools requiring server-side processing, files are encrypted in transit, processed, and automatically deleted within 60 minutes of upload. We do not access, analyse, or retain the content of any file you upload.

2.4 Cookies and Similar Technologies

We and our third-party partners use cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the Website, analyse traffic, and serve relevant advertisements. See Section 7 for details.

3. How We Use Your Information

To operate, maintain, and improve our Website and its content
To send you our newsletter and updates you have subscribed to
To respond to your enquiries and provide customer support
To analyse website traffic and user behaviour using analytics tools
To serve targeted and contextual advertisements through Google AdSense
To detect, prevent, and address technical issues or fraudulent activity
To comply with legal obligations under Indian law

Legal Basis (DPDP Act 2023): We process your personal data based on your consent (for newsletters and non-essential cookies), our legitimate interests (for analytics and security), and legal compliance.

4. Email Newsletter

Consent: Subscription is entirely voluntary. We only send marketing emails with your explicit consent.
Unsubscribe: Every newsletter email contains an unsubscribe link. You may opt out at any time.
Third-Party Provider: We may use a third-party email service provider to manage newsletters. Your email address is shared solely for this purpose.
Retention: We retain your email address until you unsubscribe or request deletion.

5. Google AdSense, DoubleClick Cookies & Advertising

AdSense Disclosure — Required Under Google AdSense Programme Policies

This Website participates in the Google AdSense programme. Google uses cookies, including the DoubleClick cookie, to serve advertisements on our Website based on your prior visits to this Website and other websites on the internet.

5.1 How Google AdSense Works

We display advertisements provided by Google LLC ("Google") through the Google AdSense programme (Publisher ID: ca-pub-3151034783110741). These advertisements help us fund the free content and tools we provide.

5.2 DoubleClick Cookie

Google uses the DoubleClick cookie (also called the DART cookie) to serve ads based on your visits. This enables Google and its partners to:

Recognise your browser when you visit websites in the Google Display Network
Serve you advertisements relevant to your interests (interest-based advertising)
Limit the number of times you see a given advertisement
Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns

5.3 Data Collected by Google

When Google AdSense serves advertisements on our Website, Google may collect your IP address, cookie identifiers, browser type and OS, pages visited, ad interactions, and geographic location. This data is processed per Google's Privacy Policy.

5.4 Interest-Based Advertising & Opt-Out

You may opt out of personalised advertising at any time:

Opting out does not stop advertisements entirely — you will continue to see generic, non-personalised ads.

5.5 Google as Independent Data Controller

With respect to data collected through Google AdSense and DoubleClick cookies, Google acts as an independent data controller. We do not have access to or control over the cookies placed by Google.

6. Website Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Website, collecting anonymised data about page views, session durations, traffic sources, and user behaviour. Data is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers which may be located outside India. You can opt out via the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

7. Cookies Policy

Our Website uses the following categories of cookies:

Cookie Type	Examples	Purpose
Strictly Necessary	Session cookies	Enable core website functionality.
Analytics	Google Analytics (_ga, _gid)	Measure traffic and behaviour (anonymised).
Advertising	DoubleClick/DART, AdSense cookies	Serve ads via Google networks.
Preferences	Language, region settings	Remember your preferences between visits.

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may affect Website functionality.

8. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell your personal data. We may share your information with:

Service Providers: Trusted third-party vendors assisting in Website operations, newsletters, or analytics.
Google: As described in Section 5, Google collects data independently through its AdSense and analytics services.
Legal Compliance: Where required by law, court order, or governmental authority in India or otherwise.
Business Transfer: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of the business.
Consent: With your explicit consent for any purpose not covered above.

9. Data Retention

Uploaded files (server-side processing): Automatically deleted within 60 minutes of upload.
Newsletter email addresses: Retained until you unsubscribe or request deletion.
Analytics data: Typically retained for 26 months (Google Analytics default).
Server logs: Retained for 30 days for security and troubleshooting.
Legal records: Retained for the period required under applicable Indian laws (generally up to 7 years).

10. Data Security

We implement reasonable security measures per the IT (Reasonable Security Practices) Rules, 2011:

HTTPS encryption for all data transmitted to and from our Website
Local browser-side processing for most tools — your files never reach our servers
Automatic deletion of server-processed files within 60 minutes
Access controls limiting who can access personal data

No method of internet transmission is 100% secure. In the event of a data breach likely to cause harm, we will notify you as required by applicable law.

11. Your Rights Under Indian Law

Under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023 (DPDP Act) and the Information Technology Act, 2000:

Right to Access: Request a summary of personal data we hold about you.
Right to Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data in certain circumstances.
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time without affecting prior processing.
Right to Grievance Redressal: Lodge a complaint with our Grievance Officer or the Data Protection Board of India.

12. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will delete it promptly.

13. Grievance Officer

In accordance with the Information Technology Act, 2000 and rules thereunder, we have designated a Grievance Officer:

Grievance Officer	Souparna Roy
Designation	Owner & Operator
Organisation	PDFSass
Address	E-32 Sammilani Park, Kolkata, West Bengal — 700075, India
Email	privacy@pdfsass.com
Availability	Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST

We will acknowledge your grievance within 24 hours and endeavour to resolve it within 30 days.

14. International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers (including Google) operate servers outside India. When your data is transferred internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure it receives adequate protection consistent with Indian law and our obligations under the DPDP Act, 2023.

15. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. When we make material changes, we will post the updated policy on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date and, where appropriate, notify you via a prominent notice on our Website.