Privacy Policy

Last updated: March 17, 2026

Welcome to PDFtooWord ("we", "our", or "us"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our free online PDF to Word conversion service at pdftooword.com.

1. Information We Collect

We collect minimal information necessary to provide our service:

• Uploaded Files: PDF files you upload for conversion. These are stored temporarily on our servers solely for the purpose of completing the conversion.
• Log Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, and timestamps for security and analytics purposes.
• Cookies: We use essential cookies to maintain session state and optional analytics cookies to improve our service.

2. How We Use Your Information

• To perform the PDF to Word conversion you requested
• To detect and prevent abuse, spam, and security threats
• To analyze usage patterns and improve our service
• To comply with legal obligations

3. File Handling & Deletion

Your uploaded PDF files and converted Word documents are automatically deleted from our servers within 60 minutes of upload. We do not store, read, share, or use your file contents for any purpose other than performing the requested conversion. We do not sell or transfer your files to third parties.

4. Cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the service to function (language preference, session data).
• Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics (if enabled) to understand how visitors use our site. You can opt out via the cookie banner.

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner. Disabling essential cookies may affect service functionality.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use the following third-party services:

• Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis. Google Privacy Policy
• Google AdSense: For displaying relevant advertisements. Google Ad Policy
• Cloudflare: For security and performance. Cloudflare Privacy Policy

6. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including SSL/TLS encryption for all data transfers, secure file handling with automatic deletion, and access controls to prevent unauthorized access. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure.

7. Children's Privacy

Our service is not directed at children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If you believe a child has provided us personal data, please contact us immediately.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal data we hold about you
• Request deletion of your personal data
• Opt out of analytics tracking via the cookie banner
• Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "Last updated" date. Continued use of our service after changes constitutes acceptance.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact us.