Cookies Policy
Cookies Policy
Learn how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience.
Last Updated: November 29, 2025
Cookies Policy - PDF Master Tools
This Cookies Policy explains how PDF Master Tools ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://www.toolshub.in.net and use our free online PDF tools.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool.
🍪 What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and provide personalized content and advertisements.
1. Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various purposes:
🔐 Essential Cookies
Purpose: Necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas.
Examples: Session management, security, load balancing
Consent: Always active (cannot be disabled)
📊 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website and PDF tools.
Examples: Google Analytics, visitor statistics
Consent: Optional (can be disabled)
💰 Advertising Cookies
Purpose: Used to display relevant advertisements and support our free service model.
Examples: Google AdSense, personalized ads
Consent: Optional (can be disabled)
2. Specific Cookies Used
Here are the specific cookies we use on PDF Master Tools:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute |
| __gads | Advertising | Google AdSense - displays relevant ads | 13 months |
| IDE | Advertising | Google AdSense - personalized advertising | 13 months |
| session_id | Essential | Maintains your session on our website | Session |
3. Google AdSense Cookies
As part of our advertising-supported business model, we use Google AdSense which places cookies:
- Personalized Advertising: Cookies help show ads based on your recent searches and interactions
- Ad Performance: Cookies measure ad performance and prevent fraud
- Frequency Capping: Limits how many times you see the same ad
🔍 Google AdSense Specifics
Google AdSense uses cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to our website or other websites. Google's use of advertising cookies enables it and its partners to serve ads to our users based on their visit to our sites and/or other sites on the Internet.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You have several options to manage cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, limiting cookies may affect your experience on our website:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and data stored
Advertising Opt-Out
You can opt-out of personalized advertising from Google AdSense:
- Visit Google Ads Settings
- Use the YourAdChoices opt-out
- Use the NAI opt-out
Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt-out of Google Analytics tracking:
- Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Additional Cookie Information
5. Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: For understanding user behavior and improving our PDF tools
- Google AdSense: For displaying relevant advertisements and generating revenue
- Cloud Services: For reliable PDF processing and file handling
- CDN Providers: For faster loading times and better performance
⚠️ Third-Party Cookie Notice
Third-party cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of these external services. We do not have control over these cookies, and we recommend you review the privacy policies of these third-party services for more information.
6. Cookie Duration
Cookies have different lifespans:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-Party Cookies: Set by our website domain
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by domains other than ours
7. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the performance of our contract with you (providing PDF tools)
- Analytics Cookies: Based on our legitimate interest in improving our services
- Advertising Cookies: Based on your consent, which you can withdraw at any time
8. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Contact Us via FormFor questions about cookies or your privacy preferences.
🔒 Your Privacy Choices
You have the right to control how cookies are used on your device. By using our cookie consent tool or browser settings, you can choose which types of cookies to allow. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our PDF tools and your overall experience.