Cookies Policy
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This Cookies Policy explains how LovePDF.me (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our site, you agree to the use of cookies as described here. For personal data details, see our Privacy Policy and Terms.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They remember your preferences, enable features, improve performance, and help us understand how the site is used. Related technologies include local storage, pixels, and SDKs on mobile.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential (Strictly Necessary): Required to run core features (navigation, session, security, fraud prevention). These cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Performance & Analytics: Help us measure traffic and usage to improve the site (e.g., page performance, error diagnostics). Data is aggregated whenever possible.
- Functional: Remember choices (language, recent tools) to provide a better experience.
- Advertising: If enabled, partners (e.g., Google AdSense) may use cookies to show relevant ads, limit repeats, and measure performance.
Examples of Cookies We May Use
| Category | Purpose | Example | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Session & security | session_id | Session |
| Performance | Usage analytics | _analytics_* | Up to 13 months |
| Functional | Language, last tool | lp_lang, lp_last_tool | Up to 12 months |
| Advertising | Ad delivery & measurement | __gads, IDE | Varies by provider |
Google AdSense and Third-Party Cookies
We may use Google AdSense to display ads. Google and its partners may use cookies to serve personalized or non-personalized ads based on your activity. Control Google ad personalization via Google Ads Settings and learn more at Google Ads Policy. You can also opt out of interest-based ads broadly via AboutAds (US) or YourOnlineChoices (EU).
We may also show internal promotions for our own PDF tools and services. We never sell your personal data.
How to Manage Cookies
You can control cookies via your browser settings (block, delete, or allow). Blocking essential cookies may affect core functionality. For analytics/ads, you can also adjust preferences using the links above.
- Chrome: Manage cookies
- Firefox: Clear cookies
- Safari: Block cookies
- Edge: Delete cookies
“Do Not Track”
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) signal. Because there is no common standard, we do not respond to DNT at this time. You can still manage cookies using the methods listed above.
Retention & Security
Cookie lifetimes vary by purpose and provider. We minimize retention where feasible and aggregate/anonymize analytics data when possible. Review our Privacy Policy for more on data security, transfers, and your rights.
Regional Disclosures
EEA/UK (GDPR): Our lawful bases include legitimate interests (e.g., basic analytics), contract (to deliver the service), and consent for non-essential cookies (e.g., personalized ads).
California (CCPA/CPRA): We do not “sell” personal information. To opt out of cross-context behavioral advertising where applicable, use your browser controls and the links in the Advertising section above. Exercise your rights via our Privacy Policy and Contact Us page.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us.