Last Updated: December 26, 2024
Core Security Principle
PDFJPG processes all files only in the user's browser. No files are sent to servers, and personal information collection is minimized.
1. Service Overview
PDFJPG is a free online tool for PDF and image file conversion. This service has the following characteristics:
- Client-side processing: All file processing runs in the user's browser.
- No server uploads: Files are not transmitted over the internet.
- No registration required: Service can be used without providing personal information.
- Completely free: All features are provided free of charge.
2. Information We Do Not Collect
Information we absolutely never collect
PDFJPG does not collect the following information:
- Uploaded files: All files users convert including PDFs, images, etc.
- Converted results: Generated files or images
- File content: Document text, image content, metadata
- Personal information: Names, email addresses, phone numbers, etc.
- Account information: No account-related information as there is no registration
- Payment information: No payment information needed as it's a completely free service
3. Information We Collect Minimally
For service improvement and technical operations, we may minimally collect only the following anonymized information:
3.1 Technical Log Information (Automatically Collected)
Information Type |
Collection Purpose |
Retention Period |
IP Address (Hashed) |
Service stability monitoring |
30 days |
Browser Type/Version |
Compatibility improvement |
90 days |
Operating System Information |
Performance optimization |
90 days |
Access Time |
Usage pattern analysis |
30 days |
Tools Used |
Service improvement |
90 days |
3.2 Contact Form Information (Voluntarily Provided)
We collect the following information only when users use the contact form for inquiries:
- Name: For addressing responses
- Email address: For sending responses
- Inquiry content: For providing support services
- Browser information: For technical support (optional)
4. File Processing Method
100% Client-Side Processing
All file conversion operations are performed only on the user's computer.
4.1 Processing Steps
- File Selection: User selects local file
- Memory Load: File is loaded only into browser memory
- Conversion Processing: Local conversion using JavaScript libraries
- Result Generation: Converted file is generated in browser
- Download: User saves result file locally
- Auto Cleanup: All data released from browser memory
4.2 Technologies Used
- PDF.js: Mozilla's open-source PDF rendering (PDF → Image)
- jsPDF: Client-side PDF generation (Image → PDF)
- Canvas API: HTML5 image processing (Image conversion)
- PDF-lib: PDF editing and security processing
4.3 Data Flow
Stage |
Data Location |
External Transmission |
File Upload |
User Browser Memory |
None |
File Conversion |
User Browser Memory |
None |
Result Download |
User Local Storage |
None |
After Processing |
Auto Memory Release |
None |
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
PDFJPG uses only minimal technical cookies:
5.1 Essential Cookies
- Session Management: Maintain settings between browser tabs
- Language Setting: Store user language preference
- Function Setting: Store user settings for each tool
5.2 Tracking Technologies We Don't Use
- Advertising Cookies: No advertising services
- Behavior Tracking: No personal behavior pattern tracking
- Cross-Site Tracking: No information sharing with other sites
- Fingerprinting: No device identification tracking
6. Security Measures
Multi-Layer Security System
We apply both fundamental security through client-side processing and additional technical security measures.
6.1 Fundamental Security (Architecture Security)
- Local Processing: Files never leave user's device
- Server Independent: No risk of server hacking or data leaks
- Network Isolation: No network connection needed during file processing
6.2 Technical Security
- HTTPS Connection: Encrypted communication when accessing website
- CSP (Content Security Policy): XSS attack prevention
- SameSite Cookies: CSRF attack prevention
- Input Validation: Malicious file upload prevention
6.3 Browser Security
- Same-Origin Policy: Browser default security policy applied
- File API Restriction: Only safe file access allowed
- Memory Isolation: Browser memory isolation
7. User Rights
We guarantee user rights under Personal Information Protection Act and GDPR:
7.1 Rights Regarding Information Processing
- Transparency Right: Clear information about data processing status
- Access Right: Request to view collected personal information
- Correction/Deletion Right: Request correction or deletion of incorrect information
- Processing Stop Right: Request to stop personal information processing
7.2 Rights Related to Contact Information
- Consent Withdrawal: Can withdraw information provision consent at any time
- Email Deletion Request: Can request immediate email address deletion after inquiry completion
- Data Portability: Request transfer of provided information to other services
7.3 How to Exercise Rights
To exercise user rights, please contact us as follows:
- Contact Form: Use website contact page
- Response Time: Process within 14 days of request receipt
- Identity Verification: Rights can be exercised after identity confirmation
8. Children's Privacy Protection
PDFJPG implements the following policies to protect children's personal information:
- Age Restriction: Children under 14 need legal guardian consent
- Collection Minimization: Children-related information is more strictly minimized
- Auto Deletion: Shorter retention period applied for children-related information
- Guardian Rights: Legal guardian's right to view, correct, and delete children's information
9. Personal Information Protection Officer
To oversee personal information processing and handle complaints from data subjects regarding personal information processing, we designate the following Personal Information Protection Officer:
Personal Information Protection Officer |
PDFJPG Administrator |
Contact |
Use website contact form |
Response Time |
Within 24 hours on weekdays, 48 hours on weekends |
10. Privacy Policy Changes
This privacy policy is applied from the effective date, and when there are additions, deletions, and corrections of changes according to laws and policies, we will notify through announcements 7 days before the implementation of changes.
- Advance Notice: Website announcement 7 days before changes
- Important Changes: 30 days advance notice
- Effective Date: December 26, 2024