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Privacy Policy

Your privacy is our top priority. This policy explains what data we collect, how we use it, and the rights you have over your information.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

No File Storage

Your uploaded files are processed in real-time and automatically deleted within 1 hour.

Encrypted in Transit

All uploads use HTTPS/TLS 1.3. Your data is never sent over unencrypted connections.

No Tracking

We don't sell your data. We don't share it with third parties. We don't track your personal activity.

1. Information We Collect

We collect the minimum information needed to provide our service. Here's exactly what we collect:

1.1 Files You Upload

When you upload an image or PDF for OCR processing, we receive the file content solely to perform the text extraction. Files are processed in real-time, never written to long-term storage, and automatically purged within 1 hour of upload. We never read, analyze, or use the content of your files for any purpose other than performing the OCR you requested.

1.2 Technical Information

When you visit OCR.ad, our servers automatically log:

  • IP address (anonymized after 30 days)
  • Browser type and version
  • Operating system
  • Referring page
  • Pages visited on OCR.ad
  • Timestamp of the request

This information is used solely for security, debugging, and aggregate analytics. It is not linked to your identity.

1.3 Information You Provide

If you contact us via the contact form, we receive your name, email address, and the message content. This information is used only to respond to your inquiry and is not used for marketing.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the limited information we collect for the following purposes:

  • To provide our service: Process your uploaded files and return extracted text.
  • To improve our service: Aggregate, anonymized usage statistics help us identify bugs and optimize performance.
  • To ensure security: Detect and prevent abuse, fraud, and attacks on our infrastructure.
  • To respond to inquiries: Reply to messages you send us via the contact form.
  • To comply with legal obligations: Meet applicable laws and respond to valid legal requests.

We will never sell, rent, lease, or share your personal information with third parties for their marketing purposes.

3. Cookies & Local Storage

OCR.ad uses cookies and browser local storage sparingly. We use only the following:

  • Language preference: Remembers your selected language so we don't ask again on each visit. (localStorage)
  • Session cookie: Maintains your session during a single visit. Deleted when you close your browser.
  • Security cookie: Helps us detect and prevent abuse.

We do not use advertising cookies, third-party tracking cookies, or cross-site tracking technologies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect functionality.

4. Third-Party Services

We use a limited number of third-party services to operate OCR.ad:

  • Cloud infrastructure provider: Hosts our servers and processes your uploads. Bound by strict data processing agreements.
  • CDN (Content Delivery Network): Delivers our static assets quickly worldwide. No personal data is shared with the CDN.
  • Analytics service: Provides anonymized, aggregate usage statistics. We use privacy-focused analytics that do not track individual users across sites.

All third-party providers are carefully vetted for privacy practices and are contractually required to protect your data.

5. Data Security

We take the security of your data seriously:

  • HTTPS/TLS 1.3: All data transmission is encrypted.
  • Auto-deletion: Uploaded files are automatically deleted within 1 hour.
  • No persistent storage: Files are processed in memory and never written to disk in plaintext.
  • Access controls: Only authorized personnel can access infrastructure, and access is logged.
  • Regular audits: We regularly review our security practices.

While we implement industry-standard safeguards, no system is 100% secure. We encourage you to avoid uploading highly sensitive documents (e.g., medical records, financial statements with full account numbers) to any online OCR service.

6. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Right to access: Request a copy of any personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to deletion: Request that we delete any personal data we hold about you.
  • Right to correction: Request that we correct inaccurate data.
  • Right to opt-out: Opt out of any data processing based on legitimate interest.
  • Right to data portability: Receive your data in a machine-readable format.

Since we don't store uploaded files long-term, deletion requests primarily apply to contact form submissions and server logs. To exercise any of these rights, please contact us.

7. Children's Privacy

OCR.ad is not directed to children under the age of 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us and we will take steps to delete the information promptly.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page.
  • Notify users via a banner on the homepage for material changes.
  • Maintain an archive of previous versions (available on request).

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this privacy policy, your data, or our practices, please don't hesitate to reach out: