Cookie & Local Storage Policy

1. Overview

SmartAssPDF is committed to delivering fast, private document utilities with transparent data practices. This policy explains how we utilize browser cookies, client-side storage mechanisms (localStorage), third-party advertising cookies, and how you can control your privacy preferences at any time.

2. What Are Cookies and Local Storage?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit websites. They help websites recognize your browser, deliver personalized features, and serve relevant advertisements.

Local Storage is a modern web standard that allows client-side applications to store key-value data persistently in your browser sandbox without sending it over the network with every HTTP request.

3. Complete Inventory of Technologies We Use

A. Strictly Necessary & Functional Local Storage

We do not use session or authentication cookies for document processing. We store two functional keys in your browser's Local Storage:

• smartasspdf_theme: Saves your preferred UI mode (Dark or Light theme) to eliminate Flash of Unstyled Content (FOUC). Never transmitted to servers.
• smartasspdf_cookie_consent: Stores your cookie preference (accepted or declined) so you are not repeatedly prompted on every visit.

B. Performance & Anonymous Analytics

We use lightweight Google Analytics 4 (GA4) telemetry to analyze site stability, aggregated traffic trends, and tool reliability:

• Google Consent Mode v2: Analytics storage (_ga, _ga_*) is synchronized with your cookie preferences and restricted if you decline non-essential cookies.
• Document Data Protection: We never log or transmit file names, document contents, passwords, or personal credentials into analytics.

C. Third-Party Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)

To keep all 24 PDF and document utilities 100% free without subscription paywalls, SmartAssPDF displays advertisements via Google AdSense and accredited advertising networks:

• DoubleClick DART Cookies: Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your visit to SmartAssPDF and other websites on the Internet.
• Frequency Capping & Fraud Prevention: Cookies help prevent the same ad from appearing repeatedly and protect against invalid traffic/click fraud.
• Personalized Ads: Certified ad networks may deliver ads tailored to your general interests. You may customize or opt out at any time.

4. Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You can change your mind and adjust or revoke your cookie consent on SmartAssPDF at any time by clicking the button below:

5. Global Opt-Out Portals

In addition to our on-site cookie controls, you can manage behavioral advertising across major networks via official industry opt-out portals:

• Google Ad Settings: Manage or disable personalized Google Ads.
• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): US industry multi-network consumer choice.
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): Opt out of participating advertising networks.
• Your Online Choices (EDAA): European digital advertising opt-out guide.

6. Managing Cookies in Your Web Browser

You can configure your browser to block, filter, or erase all cookies:

• Google Chrome: Settings ? Privacy and security ? Third-party cookies ? Block third-party cookies.
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings ? Privacy & Security ? Enhanced Tracking Protection ? Strict mode.
• Apple Safari: Settings ? Safari ? Privacy & Security ? Prevent Cross-Site Tracking.
• Microsoft Edge: Settings ? Cookies and site permissions ? Manage and delete cookies and site data.

7. Document Privacy Guarantee

No uploaded file content, converted document, or cryptographic password is ever stored in browser cookies, cached in Local Storage, or shared with advertising partners. All file processing is performed in temporary, isolated server RAM and deleted permanently within 30 minutes.

8. Contact Information

For questions or privacy inquiries, please review our Privacy Policy, email support@smartasspdf.com, or visit our Contact Page.