Privacy Policy for PDF Merger

Last updated: December 26, 2025

This Privacy Policy describes how PDF Merger ("we", "our", or "us") collects, uses, and discloses your information when you use our mobile application (the "App").

1. Summary

Your privacy is our priority.

• We do NOT upload your files. All PDF merging and processing happens locally on your device. Your documents never leave your phone.

• We do NOT collect personal information like your name, email, or phone number.

• We DO use third-party services (Google AdMob) which may collect device identifiers to show advertisements.

2. Information We Collect

A. Information You Provide

We do not require you to create an account or provide any personal contact information to use the App.

B. Files and Documents

The App requires access to your device's storage to select and merge PDF files.

• Local Processing: All file operations are performed offline on your device.

• No Cloud Upload: We do not upload, store, or share your PDF files on any server.

C. Information Collected Automatically (via AdMob)

We use Google AdMob to display advertisements. AdMob may collect and use the following data to provide personalized ads and analytics:

• Device IDs: Advertising ID (GAID) and other device identifiers.

• Usage Data: App interactions, crash logs, and performance data.

• Location Data: Coarse location data (approximate location) for ad targeting.

3. How We Use Your Information

Since we do not collect personal data directly, our use of information is limited to:

• App Functionality: Using storage permissions to merge your selected files.

• Advertising: Using AdMob to display relevant ads (Banner, Interstitial, App Open, and Rewarded ads).

• Improvement: Analyzing crash logs (via Google Play Console) to fix bugs.

4. Permissions

The App requests the following permissions:

• Storage (Read/Write): Required to pick PDF files from your device and save the merged file to your Downloads folder.

  • Android 13+: READ_MEDIA_IMAGES, READ_MEDIA_VIDEO, READ_MEDIA_AUDIO (for file picker access).

  • Android 11+: MANAGE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE (requested only if necessary for file operations).

• Internet: Required by Google AdMob to load advertisements.

5. Third-Party Services

We use the following third-party service:

• Google AdMob: Google's Privacy Policy

6. Children's Privacy

Our App is intended for general audiences and is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us.

7. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update our Privacy Policy from time to time. You are advised to review this page periodically for any changes.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:

• Email: moodesigner.99@gmail.com