Privacy Policy
Last updated: January 2025
Your Files NEVER Leave Your Device
PDF Butler is built with privacy at its core. All file processing happens locally on your device - we never see, access, or store your documents.
No Uploads
Your files are never uploaded to any server
No Analytics
We don't track your usage or behavior
No Cookies
We don't use cookies or tracking scripts
No Data Collection
We collect zero personal data from you
Web App Privacy
When you use the free PDF Butler web app:
- Files processed in your browser - All PDF operations happen entirely in your web browser using JavaScript. Your files never leave your device.
- No server uploads - Unlike other PDF tools, we don't upload your files to process them. Everything runs locally.
- No account required - You don't need to sign up or provide any personal information to use the web app.
- Files deleted on close - When you close or refresh the page, all file data is automatically cleared from browser memory.
Desktop App Privacy
The PDF Butler Desktop application provides even stronger privacy:
- 100% offline operation - The desktop app works completely offline. No internet connection required.
- Files never transmitted - Your documents are processed locally on your computer and never sent anywhere.
- No telemetry - We don't collect crash reports, usage statistics, or any other data from the desktop app.
- No phone home - The application doesn't contact any servers during normal operation.
Perfect for sensitive documents: Legal contracts, financial records, medical documents, and confidential business files can all be processed with complete confidence that they remain private.
What We Don't Collect
To be completely clear, PDF Butler does NOT collect:
- Your PDF files or document contents
- Personal information or identifiers
- Usage analytics or behavior tracking
- IP addresses or location data
- Browser fingerprints or device information
- Cookies or local storage tracking data
Third-Party Services
The only third-party service we use is:
- Gumroad - For processing payments when you purchase the Desktop version. Gumroad handles payment information according to their own Privacy Policy. We never see or store your payment details.
Our website does not include any third-party analytics, advertising, or social media tracking scripts.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us:
Email: crystalember9@gmail.com
We take privacy seriously and are happy to answer any questions you may have.