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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Doclair and how browser-based document processing works.

Privacy & Security

Are my PDF files private and secure?

Yes. All processing happens in your browser. Files never leave your device. No server, no storage, no access to your content.

Do you store or collect my PDF files?

No. Files exist only in your browser's memory while processing. They are cleared when you close the tab.

Can you see my files even if you wanted to?

No. The architecture makes it technically impossible. Files never leave your device.

Do you use cookies or track my activity?

We use Plausible Analytics for anonymous page view counts only. No file content, no personal data, no advertising trackers.

Is my data shared with advertisers?

No. We do not use advertising networks. Doclair is sustained through direct tool sponsorships only.

How It Works

How does browser-based PDF processing work?

JavaScript libraries (pdf-lib, pdf.js) run in your browser tab. When you drop a file, it is loaded into browser memory and processed locally. No network request is made for the file.

What file size limits are there?

No artificial limits. Your device memory is the only constraint. Most modern devices handle PDFs up to several hundred megabytes.

What browsers are supported?

All modern browsers — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge. Latest version recommended for best performance.

What happens if I close the browser during processing?

Processing stops and data clears. Your original file is untouched. Simply reload and start again.

Can I use Doclair offline?

Yes. Install Doclair as a PWA (see Install App page). After first load, all tools work without internet.

Tools & Features

Is Doclair really free?

Yes. All 55+ tools are free forever with no daily limits.

Do any tools add a watermark?

No tool on Doclair ever adds a watermark to any output file.

Do I need to create an account?

No account, no email, no sign-up of any kind is required.

Can I use Doclair for commercial purposes?

Yes. Free for personal and commercial use, no restrictions.

Are the AI tools private too?

Yes. For AI tools, only extracted text (not the file itself) is sent to our API. The PDF file never leaves your device.

Business

How does Doclair make money if it is free?

We sustain through carefully selected direct sponsorships. Tool makers pay for sidebar placement. No AdSense, no data selling.

Are there any premium or paid tiers?

Currently entirely free. A Pro tier for larger files and batch processing is planned for later in 2026.

How can I advertise or sponsor Doclair?

Contact us at our contact page for sponsorship slot availability.