Are pdfruk PDF tools secure?

Yes. pdfruk tools process PDFs entirely in your browser, so files are not uploaded to our servers.

Does pdfruk store my PDF files?

No. Your files are processed locally in your browser and are never sent to or retained by us.

Is pdfruk safe for confidential documents?

For merge, split, edit, sign, and convert tasks, processing stays on your device — a strong choice for contracts, invoices, and sensitive records.

Security

How we protect your documents and keep processing as local as possible.

Last updated: 29 June 2025

pdfruk is built around a simple principle: your PDFs should stay on your device. All of our free online PDF tools run entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript — files are not uploaded to our servers for merge, split, rotate, convert, edit, sign, watermark, protect, unlock, or page-number tasks.

Browser-based PDF processing

When you use pdfruk, your PDF is read and processed in memory inside your browser. The result is generated locally and downloaded directly to your device. We do not receive, store, or retain those files — making pdfruk one of the most private ways to work with PDFs online.

What we do not do

We do not sell your documents or personal data.
We do not require an account to use our free tools.
We do not add watermarks to your output files.
We do not use your PDF content to train AI models.

Your responsibilities

Because processing happens on your device, you remain in control of what you process. Use pdfruk on trusted devices, keep your browser updated, and avoid processing highly sensitive documents on shared or public computers. Read our privacy policy for full details on data handling.

Reporting security issues

If you discover a security vulnerability, please contact us via our contact page. We take responsible disclosure seriously and will work to investigate and resolve verified issues promptly.