PRIVACY POLICY - PDFox

PRIVACY POLICY

PDFox - PDF Document Manager

Last Updated: October 2, 2025
Applicable Platforms: iOS (App Store) & Android (Google Play Store)

1. Introduction

PDFox ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of information when you use our PDFox application available on both iOS and Android platforms.

By using PDFox, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Privacy Policy. We comply with applicable data protection laws including GDPR and CCPA.

2. Platform-Specific Information

2.1 For iOS Users:

  • PDFox follows Apple's App Store guidelines

  • Complies with iOS privacy requirements including App Tracking Transparency

  • Respects iOS permissions and privacy controls

  • Supports iOS Files app integration

2.2 For Android Users:

  • PDFox follows Google Play Store policies

  • Complies with Android permissions system

  • Respects Android storage access framework

  • Supports Android file management systems

3. Information We Collect

3.1 Document Data

  • PDF documents and files are processed locally on your device

  • We do not upload, transmit, or store your documents on external servers

  • All processing (merge, split, compress, convert, OCR) occurs entirely on-device

  • Your documents never leave your device

3.2 Platform-Specific Data
For iOS:

  • Device information (iOS version, device model)

  • Photo Library access for selected images only

  • Camera usage for scanning features

  • Files app integration data

For Android:

  • Device information (Android version, device model)

  • Gallery access for selected images only

  • Camera usage for scanning features

  • Storage access for file management

3.3 File Metadata

  • File names, sizes, types, and creation dates

  • Used only for app functionality

  • Processed locally on your device

  • Not transmitted externally

3.4 Image Data

  • When using image-to-PDF conversion, we access photos you select

  • Images are processed locally for PDF conversion

  • No images are stored or transmitted externally

3.5 Camera Data

  • Camera access used for document scanning and QR code scanning

  • Captured images processed locally

  • No camera data stored or transmitted

4. How We Use Information

4.1 Local Processing
All PDF operations occur locally:

  • Merge, split, compress PDFs

  • Convert images to PDF

  • Extract text (OCR) from documents

  • Add watermarks and signatures

  • Rearrange PDF pages

  • Unlock password-protected PDFs

4.2 File Management

  • Processed files saved locally on your device

  • History stored locally until cleared by you

  • Platform-specific storage:

    • iOS: Documents stored in Files app/PDFox folder

    • Android: Documents stored in device storage/PDFox folder

4.3 Performance Optimization

  • Device information used to optimize app performance

  • Anonymized usage data for bug fixes and improvements

  • No personal document data included

5. Permissions Required

5.1 Storage Access

  • Purpose: Save and access PDF files

  • iOS: Files app access permission

  • Android: READ/WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

  • Scope: Limited to PDFox app folder

5.2 Camera Access

  • Purpose: Document scanning and QR code scanning

  • Both Platforms: Camera permission

  • Usage: Only when actively using scanning features

5.3 Photo/Gallery Access

  • Purpose: Image selection for PDF conversion

  • iOS: Photo Library access

  • Android: Gallery/Photos access

  • Scope: Only for selected images

6. Platform-Specific Privacy Features

6.1 iOS Privacy Features

  • App Tracking Transparency (ATT) compliance

  • Photo Library limited access

  • Files app integration

  • iCloud optional backup (user-controlled)

6.2 Android Privacy Features

  • Scoped storage compliance

  • Permission runtime requests

  • Gallery limited access

  • File system integration

7. Third-Party Services

7.1 Google AdMob

  • Shows advertisements in the app

  • May collect device identifiers and usage data

  • Refer to Google's Privacy Policy for details

  • Available on both iOS and Android versions

7.2 Analytics Services

  • May use anonymized analytics for app improvement

  • No personal document data collected

  • Platform-specific analytics providers may be used

8. Data Security

8.1 Local Processing Security

  • All document processing occurs on your device

  • No cloud transmission of your documents

  • Encrypted local storage for saved files

  • Secure permission handling

8.2 Platform Security Features

  • iOS: Uses iOS security sandbox

  • Android: Uses Android security permissions

  • Both: Follow platform security best practices

9. Data Retention

9.1 Local Documents

  • PDF files remain on your device until you delete them

  • Uninstalling the app may remove local files (platform-dependent)

  • Process history stored locally until cleared

9.2 Third-Party Data

  • Advertising data subject to third-party policies

  • Analytics data anonymized and aggregated

  • No document data retained by third parties

10. Your Rights

10.1 Data Access & Control

  • Access information we collect

  • Request correction of inaccurate information

  • Delete local app data through app settings

  • Clear processing history within the app

10.2 Platform-Specific Controls
For iOS:

  • Manage permissions in iOS Settings

  • Control tracking through ATT

  • Use Files app to manage documents

For Android:

  • Manage permissions in Android Settings

  • Use device file manager for documents

  • Control app data through system settings

10.3 Contact for Rights
Email: sami.ios798@gmail.com for privacy requests

11. Children's Privacy

PDFox is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we discover such collection, we will immediately delete it.

12. International Users

PDFox is available globally. We process data in accordance with applicable local laws. EU users have GDPR rights, California users have CCPA rights.

13. Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. Changes will be posted with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued app use constitutes acceptance of updated policy.

14. Contact Information

For privacy questions or concerns:

Email: sami.ios798@gmail.com
Developer: PDFox Development Team

15. Acknowledgment

By using PDFox, you acknowledge you have read and understood this Privacy Policy.


Copyright © 2025 | PDFox - PDF Document Manager
Available on: App Store & Google Play Store
Privacy Policy Effective: October 2, 2025

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