Frequently Asked Questions
Learn how your files stay 100% secure and private right inside your web browser.
How does local in-browser processing work?
Unlike traditional websites that upload your personal documents to remote servers, pdfsafe.net uses modern browser APIs. Your device's own CPU does 100% of the compression and conversion work.
How can I verify that no data is leaving my device?
You can verify our privacy claim in less than 30 seconds:
- Press
F12or right-click and choose Inspect to open Developer Tools. - Go to the Network tab.
- Drag and compress any file. You will see zero upload requests logged.
- Alternatively, turn off your Wi-Fi entirely—our tools will continue working flawlessly offline!
What security compliances do you meet?
Because we do not store, transit, or even see your files, our design provides complete compliance:
- GDPR (Europe): Zero collection of Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
- HIPAA (US Health): Safe for patient record formatting since no data is shared.
- DPDP Act (India): Fully aligned with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act of 2023.