1. Introduction

PDF Stamper ("we", "our", or "us") operates pdfstamping.com. This page informs you of our policies regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data when you use our service.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and other applicable data protection laws.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information

When you register for an account, we collect:

Email address
Password (encrypted)
API keys (if you use our API)
Payment information (processed securely through Stripe)

2.2 Usage Data

We collect information about how you use our service:

PDF processing logs (timestamps, file sizes, processing parameters)
Credit usage
API calls and responses
Browser type and version
IP address (anonymized for analytics)

2.3 Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to track activity on our service. You can control cookie preferences through our cookie consent banner.

Essential Cookies: Required for authentication and core functionality

Analytics Cookies: Google Analytics (only with your consent) - used to understand how visitors use our site

3. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process your personal data based on the following legal grounds:

Contract: To provide our PDF stamping service
Consent: For analytics and marketing communications
Legitimate Interest: To improve our service and prevent fraud
Legal Obligation: To comply with tax and financial regulations

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your data to:

Provide and maintain our service
Process your PDF files according to your instructions
Manage your account and credits
Process payments
Send transactional emails (order confirmations, password resets)
Send marketing emails (only if you opted in - you can unsubscribe anytime)
Improve our service and user experience
Detect and prevent fraud or abuse

5. Data Storage and Security

PDF Files: Uploaded PDF files are processed and then automatically deleted within 24 hours. We do not permanently store your PDF content.

Database: Account information and logs are stored securely with encryption.

Security Measures: We use industry-standard security including SSL/TLS encryption, secure password hashing (bcrypt), and regular security audits.

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell your personal data. We share data only with:

Stripe: Payment processing (PCI-DSS compliant)
Brevo: Email delivery service (GDPR-compliant)
Google Analytics: Website analytics (only with your consent, IP anonymization enabled)

All third-party services are GDPR-compliant and bound by data processing agreements.

7. Your Rights (GDPR)

You have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right to Access: Request a copy of your personal data
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data ("right to be forgotten")
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format
Right to Object: Object to processing based on legitimate interests
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for analytics or marketing

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at: privacy@pdfstamping.com

8. Data Retention

PDF Files: Deleted within 24 hours of processing
Account Data: Retained while your account is active
Processing Logs: Retained for 90 days for troubleshooting
Financial Records: Retained for 7 years (legal requirement)

Upon account deletion, all personal data is permanently deleted within 30 days, except for financial records required by law.

9. International Data Transfers

Our servers are located in the United States. If you are accessing our service from the European Union or other regions with data protection laws, please note that your data will be transferred to and processed in the United States.

We ensure adequate protection through:

Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) with service providers
Compliance with GDPR requirements for international transfers

10. Children's Privacy

Our service is not intended for individuals under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal data, please contact us.

11. Marketing Communications

We may send you marketing emails about new features, special offers, or updates. You can:

Unsubscribe anytime by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in any email
Manage your email preferences in your account settings
Contact us to opt out: privacy@pdfstamping.com

12. Cookie Management

You can manage your cookie preferences:

Through our cookie consent banner (shown on first visit)
By visiting our Cookie Policy page
Through your browser settings

13. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes by:

Posting the new policy on this page
Updating the "Last updated" date
Sending an email notification (for significant changes)

14. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Email: privacy@pdfstamping.com
Support: support.php

15. Supervisory Authority

If you are located in the EEA and believe we have not adequately addressed your privacy concerns, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.

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