Terms of Service

Last Updated: May 17, 2026

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using KwikPDF ("the Service"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service ("Terms"). If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Service.

2. Description of Service

KwikPDF provides free, browser-based PDF processing tools including but not limited to:

  • PDF compression
  • PDF merging and splitting
  • Page rotation and removal
  • Image to PDF conversion
  • PDF to image conversion
  • Watermark addition
  • PDF password protection
  • Text extraction and OCR

All processing occurs entirely in your web browser using client-side technology. No files are uploaded to our servers.

3. Use License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use KwikPDF for personal and commercial purposes, subject to these Terms. You may:

  • Use the Service for any lawful purpose
  • Process unlimited PDF files
  • Use processed files for any legal purpose

4. User Responsibilities

You agree to:

  • Use the Service only for lawful purposes and in compliance with applicable laws
  • Not attempt to interfere with the proper functioning of the Service
  • Not attempt to reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any part of the Service
  • Not use the Service to process files containing malware or harmful code
  • Not use the Service in any way that could damage, disable, or impair the Service
  • Respect intellectual property rights and copyright laws when processing files

5. Privacy and Data Processing

All PDF processing occurs in your browser. We do not collect, store, or have access to your files. For details on data collection and privacy practices, please review our Privacy Policy.

6. Disclaimers and Limitations

6.1 Service Availability

The Service is provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We do not guarantee that the Service will be uninterrupted, error-free, or free from viruses or other harmful components.

6.2 Processing Quality

While we strive to provide high-quality PDF processing, we do not guarantee perfect results for all files. PDF processing quality may vary depending on:

  • Source file quality and format
  • Browser capabilities and performance
  • Device specifications
  • Selected processing options

6.3 File Compatibility

We support standard PDF formats, but cannot guarantee compatibility with all PDF variations, encrypted files, or proprietary formats.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, KwikPDF and its operators shall not be liable for:

  • Any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
  • Loss of data, files, or information
  • Loss of profits or business opportunities
  • Service interruptions or delays
  • Results of file processing or modifications
  • Issues arising from browser compatibility or device limitations

You use the Service at your own risk and are solely responsible for maintaining backups of your original files.

8. Intellectual Property

8.1 Service Content

The Service, including its code, design, text, graphics, and other content, is owned by KwikPDF and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.

8.2 User Files

You retain all ownership rights to your original files and processed files. We make no claim to ownership of your content.

8.3 Open Source

KwikPDF uses open-source libraries including pdf-lib and others. These libraries are subject to their respective licenses.

9. Third-Party Services

The Service may include third-party services such as:

  • Google AdSense for advertisements
  • Analytics services for usage statistics

These services are subject to their own terms and privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party services or their practices.

10. Prohibited Uses

You may not use the Service to:

  • Process files you do not have the right to modify or distribute
  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Infringe on intellectual property rights of others
  • Process files containing illegal content
  • Attempt to compromise security or availability of the Service
  • Automate access to the Service through bots or scripts without permission
  • Frame or mirror any part of the Service without authorization

11. Modifications to Service

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the Service (or any part thereof) at any time without notice. We may also impose limits on certain features or restrict access to parts of the Service without liability.

12. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Continued use of the Service after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.

13. Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Service immediately, without prior notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

14. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable international and local laws, without regard to conflict of law provisions.

15. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

16. Contact Information

For questions about these Terms, please contact us at:

Email: legal@kwikpdf.com

For general inquiries, visit our Contact page.

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