# Privacy Policy for pdfmerge.xyz

**Last updated: 9 June 2026**

## Overview
pdfmerge.xyz is built to be fast, simple, and privacy-first. This tool processes files entirely in your browser. Your PDFs never leave your device, and no copies are uploaded, stored, or sent to any server controlled by me or any third party.

This privacy policy explains what information is - and is not - collected when you use the site.

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## Information We Do Not Collect
When you use pdfmerge.xyz:

- No PDFs are uploaded
- No files are stored or transmitted
- No user accounts exist
- No tracking cookies or analytics scripts run
- No personal data is collected, stored, or sold
- No advertising or third-party trackers are used

All file processing happens locally in your browser using client-side code.

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## Information We May Collect
The site may collect minimal, non-identifying technical information automatically provided by your browser, such as:

- basic server logs (e.g., IP address, user agent, timestamp)
- error logs if something breaks

These logs are used solely for security, debugging, and ensuring the site works reliably. They are not linked to your files or any personal profile.

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## Payments / Contributions
If you choose to support the project through a third-party payment platform (e.g., Buy Me a Coffee), that service may collect information required to process the payment.
pdfmerge.xyz does not receive your payment details.

Please refer to the payment provider's own privacy policy for details on how they handle your information.

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## Cookies
pdfmerge.xyz does not use cookies, tracking pixels, analytics beacons, or any similar technologies.

The site may use localStorage (on your machine only) to remember simple, non-personal settings on your device. This data never leaves your browser.

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## Third-Party Services
The site is hosted on Vercel. Vercel may collect standard operational logs as part of providing hosting and security. These logs do not include your files.

For more information, see Vercel's privacy policy.

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## Data Retention
Because no personal data or files are collected, there is no data to retain.
Server logs (if generated) are automatically rotated and deleted according to the hosting provider's standard retention schedule.

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## Children's Privacy
pdfmerge.xyz is a general-audience tool and does not knowingly collect personal information from children. Because no personal data is collected, the site is inherently low-risk.

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## Changes to This Policy
This policy may be updated from time to time. The "Last updated" date at the top will reflect the most recent version.

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