Updated on September 18th, 2025

PDF Viewer : Read & Edit (hereinafter referred to as “we”, “us”, “our” or “the Application”) is developed and published by Pearuell Studio. We value your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, retain, disclose, and safeguard your data when you use our services. By using our Application, you agree to the practices described in this Policy. 

1. Data Controller & Data Protection Officer

• Data Controller: PDF Viewer : Read & Edit

• Contact Email: pearuell@gmail.com

• Data Protection Officer (DPO): Jingzhen Lu (reachable at the same email address)

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of data:

• Device Information: Device model, operating system version, unique identifiers, etc.

• Log Information: Usage logs, access time, session duration, crash/error data, and clickstream analytics.

• User-Provided Information: Information you provide voluntarily, such as feedback, inquiries, or complaints.

• Third-Party Data: Aggregated data received through third-party services (e.g., AdMob, Firebase, AppLovin, etc.).

• Location: We do not collect precise geolocation data.

3. How We Use Your Data

Your data may be used for the following purposes:

• To provide, maintain, and improve our services.

• To personalize your app experience.

• To perform analytics, product optimization, and service improvements.

• To show relevant ads and recommendations.

• To detect and resolve technical issues.
  
  

We rely on different legal bases for processing your data, including:

• Consent (when you voluntarily provide data or accept cookies).

• Contractual necessity (to provide core application functionality).

• Legitimate interest (e.g., improving app performance, preventing fraud).

• Legal compliance (to meet regulatory requirements).

4. Third-Party Access

We may share aggregated or anonymized data with third-party partners for analytics, advertising, and service improvement. These partners include but are not limited to:

• Google Play Services

• AdMob

• Firebase Analytics & Crashlytics

• Facebook

• Unity

• AppLovin

• Vungle

• AdColony

Each third-party provider has its own Privacy Policy, which we encourage you to review.

5. User Rights

We respect your privacy rights under GDPR (EU), CCPA (California), VCDPA (Virginia), and LGPD (Brazil). Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights:

1. Right of Access – You may request confirmation of whether we process your personal data and obtain a copy.

2. Right to Deletion – You may request that we delete personal data we have collected about you.

3. Right to Rectification – You may request corrections to any inaccurate or incomplete data.

4. Right to Know if Data is Shared or Sold – You may request to know whether your data is shared with third parties or sold.

5. Right to Opt-Out of Sale/Sharing – You may choose not to allow us to sell or share your personal data with third parties. We currently do not sell personal data. If this changes, we will update this Policy and provide you with an opt-out mechanism.

6. Right to Data Portability – You may request a copy of your personal data in a portable format.

7. Right to Withdraw Consent – You may withdraw previously granted consent for data collection and use.

8. Right to Object – You may object to our processing of your personal data when based on legitimate interests.

9. Right to Restrict Processing – You may request that we limit processing under certain circumstances.

10. Right to File a Complaint – You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local regulatory authority if you believe we have violated your data rights.
    
    

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of the rights listed above, please contact us at pearuell@gmail.com. We may ask you to verify your identity before fulfilling your request.

6. Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law. Specifically:

• User-provided data (e.g., feedback) is retained for 60 days unless you request deletion earlier.

• Log data and analytics information are retained only for operational and statistical purposes.

• Upon your request, we will delete or anonymize your personal data within a reasonable timeframe.

7. Opt-Out & Consent Management

• You may stop all data collection by uninstalling the Application.

• You may opt-out of personalized advertising on your mobile device by adjusting your system settings:

  • Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

• You may contact us directly at pearuell@gmail.com to request that your data not be shared or sold.

8. Cookies & Tracking

Our Application does not directly use cookies. However, third-party services integrated into the Application may use cookies for analytics or advertising purposes. You can control cookie usage through your device or browser settings.

9. Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 years of age. If we become aware that we have collected such data, we will immediately delete it. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with data, please contact us at pearuell@gmail.com.

10. Users in Specific Regions

(a) GDPR (European Union & EEA Users)

You are entitled to all rights outlined under Articles 12–23 of the GDPR. Our legal basis for processing is consent, contractual necessity, legitimate interest, and legal obligation.

(b) CCPA (California, USA)

California residents have the right to:

• Know what personal data is collected, used, shared, or sold.

• Request deletion of their personal data.

• Opt-out of the sale of personal data.

• Non-discrimination for exercising their CCPA rights.

We do not sell personal data. If this changes, we will provide a clear opt-out mechanism.

(c) VCDPA (Virginia, USA)

Virginia residents have similar rights as under CCPA, including the right to appeal if a privacy request is denied.

(d) LGPD (Brazil)

Brazilian users are entitled to the following rights under the Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD):

• Right to confirmation of processing.

• Right to access and correction.

• Right to anonymization, blocking, or deletion.

• Right to data portability.

• Right to withdraw consent.

• Right to review automated decision-making.

11. Security

We implement administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information against unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction. Despite our efforts, no system can be 100% secure.

12. Changes to this Privacy Policy

We may update this Policy periodically. When we do, we will revise the “Updated on” date. Continued use of our Application constitutes your acceptance of the updated Policy.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:

📧 pearuell@gmail.com
👤 Data Protection Officer (DPO): Jingzhen Lu