Privacy Policy for PDF Compressor

1. Information We Collect

1.1 Files You Process

Storage:

• Compressed PDFs are saved to your device's Downloads folder
• You have complete control over these files
• You can delete them at any time

1.2 Automatically Collected Information

To provide and improve our App, we may automatically collect:

Device Information:

• Device model and manufacturer
• Operating system version
• App version
• Device language settings
• Screen size and resolution

Usage Analytics:

• App launch frequency
• Feature usage statistics
• Crash reports and error logs
• Performance metrics

Purpose: This data helps us:

• Fix bugs and crashes
• Improve app performance
• Understand which features users prefer
• Optimize the user experience

1.3 Advertising Information

Our App displays advertisements through Google AdMob. AdMob may collect:

• Advertising ID (resettable)
• Device information
• App usage data
• Ad interaction data

Note: You can opt-out of personalized ads in your device settings (Google Settings → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization)

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information to:

2.1 Provide Core Functionality

• ✅ Compress PDF files on your device
• ✅ Save compressed files to your Downloads folder
• ✅ Display compression results
• ✅ Enable file sharing

2.2 Improve the App

• ✅ Fix bugs and crashes
• ✅ Optimize performance
• ✅ Develop new features
• ✅ Enhance user interface

2.3 Display Advertisements

• ✅ Show relevant ads through Google AdMob
• ✅ Support free app development
• ✅ Provide rewarded video ads (optional)

2.4 Comply with Legal Requirements

• ✅ Respond to legal requests
• ✅ Enforce our Terms of Service
• ✅ Protect our rights and safety

3. Data Storage and Security

3.1 Local Processing

• ✅ All PDF compression happens on YOUR device
• ✅ No files are uploaded to our servers
• ✅ No cloud storage is used
• ✅ Complete offline functionality

3.2 Security Measures

We implement industry-standard security practices:

• Secure coding practices
• Regular security updates
• Encrypted communications (where applicable)
• Limited data collection

3.3 Data Retention

• PDF Files: We never receive or store your files
• Analytics Data: Retained for 90 days for performance analysis
• Crash Reports: Retained for 90 days to fix bugs
• Ad Data: Controlled by Google AdMob (see their privacy policy)

4. Third-Party Services

Our App uses the following third-party services:

4.1 Google AdMob

Purpose: Display advertisements

Data Collected:

• Advertising ID
• Device information
• Ad interaction data

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Opt-out: Device Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

4.2 Google Play Services

Purpose: App distribution and updates

Data Collected:

• Installation data
• Update information
• Device compatibility

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

4.3 PDFBox Library (Open Source)

Purpose: PDF processing

Data Collection: NONE - Runs locally on your device

License: Apache License 2.0

5. Your Rights and Choices

5.1 File Control

• ✅ You control all your PDF files
• ✅ Delete files from Downloads folder anytime
• ✅ No files are backed up by us
• ✅ No cloud storage

5.2 Advertising Preferences

• ✅ Opt-out of personalized ads (Device Settings)
• ✅ Use app without watching rewarded video ads
• ✅ Limited ad experience (ads still shown for free app support)

5.3 Data Access

Since we don't collect personal data or files:

• No personal data to request
• No account or profile to delete
• Uninstall app to stop all data collection

5.4 App Permissions

Our App requires the following permissions:

Storage Access (READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE):

• Purpose: Read PDF files you select, save compressed PDFs
• Required: Yes
• Can be revoked: Yes (app won't function)

Internet Access:

• Purpose: Display advertisements
• Required: No (app works offline)
• Can be revoked: Yes (ads won't show)

Notification Permission (Android 13+):

• Purpose: Show compression completion notification
• Required: No (optional)
• Can be revoked: Yes

6. Children's Privacy

Our App is suitable for all ages (Everyone rating).

If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.

7. International Users

7.1 GDPR Compliance (European Union)

For users in the EU, we comply with GDPR:

Legal Basis for Processing:

• Legitimate interest (app functionality, crash reports)
• Consent (advertising, optional features)

Your GDPR Rights:

• Right to access your data (none stored)
• Right to erasure (uninstall app)
• Right to object (disable ads via settings)
• Right to data portability (not applicable)

7.2 CCPA Compliance (California)

For California residents:

Categories of Data Collected:

• Device identifiers (advertising ID)
• Usage data (analytics)

Do Not Sell My Personal Information:

• We do NOT sell personal information
• Ad partners may use data for personalized ads
• Opt-out available in device settings

7.3 Other Jurisdictions

We respect privacy laws in all jurisdictions where our App is available.

8. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted in the App and on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

How we notify you:

• In-app notification (for major changes)
• Updated date at the top of this policy
• Email (if we add email collection in the future)

Your continued use of the App after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

9. Contact Us

10. Summary - What You Should Know

Legal Notice

This Privacy Policy constitutes a legal agreement between you and PDF Compressor. By using our App, you agree to this Privacy Policy and our Terms of Service.

Jurisdiction: This Privacy Policy is governed by the laws of [Your Country/State].

Severability: If any provision is found invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

Version History

• v1.0 - January 16, 2026 - Initial Privacy Policy