Your PDF Tool Is Probably Uploading Your Files — Here's How to Check (opens in new tab)

Every time you use a free online PDF tool, ask yourself one question: where is my file right now? I checked 10 popular PDF tools. 9 of them upload your files to their servers. The 60-Second Test Anyone Can Do Open Chrome DevTools (F12) Go to the Network tab Upload a PDF to any online tool Watch for a POST request with a large payload If you see one, your file just left your computer. What Privacy Policies Actually Say Direct quotes: "We may retain uploaded files for up to 24 hours." "We reser...