PDF Beacon Privacy Policy

Effective date: August 6, 2026
Last updated: August 7, 2026
Product: PDF Beacon: Quick Search (version 1.0.0)
Contact: support@aerologx.net

Summary

PDF Beacon is an offline-first PDF archive and search app for iOS, iPadOS, and Android. PDF files you import, on-device text indexes, search history, folders, bookmarks, and annotation data are processed and stored locally on your device.

The current product build does not create user accounts, does not include in-app advertising, does not include third-party analytics or crash-reporting SDKs, and does not provide developer-operated cloud sync of your PDF library. Internet access may still be required for App Store / Google Play purchases and restores, and when you choose to download a file that is not already stored on the device.

1. Who we are

This Privacy Policy explains how information is handled when you use PDF Beacon: Quick Search (“PDF Beacon”, “the App”, “we”, “us”).

PDF Beacon is a separate product from other apps and services that may be published on aerologx.net. This Privacy Policy applies only to PDF Beacon.

Privacy questions: support@aerologx.net

2. Scope

This Privacy Policy applies to PDF Beacon version 1.0.0 for iOS, iPadOS, and Android, and related builds that use the same local-data and purchase practices.

It covers:

local PDF processing, indexing, search, and library organization;
local bookmarks and annotation-related data;
store-managed purchases and restores; and
support email and limited technical processing when you visit PDF Beacon pages on aerologx.net.

3. Data stored and processed on your device

Depending on how you use the App, PDF Beacon may store or process the following locally:

PDF files you import or open through the system file picker or shared storage access you grant.
Local text indexes derived from PDF content to power library and in-document search.
On-device OCR output for pages where text extraction needs OCR (processed on the device when that feature is enabled).
Folder and library organization such as folder names, document titles, sort preferences, and archive/trash state.
Search history when that feature is enabled in the App.
Bookmarks (page references and titles you create).
Highlight / annotation records and optional note fields associated with annotations or pages, stored in the App’s local database. Some annotation workflows remain MVP-scoped; storage is still local when used.
Purchase entitlement state cached after App Store or Google Play verification.
App preferences needed for normal operation.

PDF Beacon does not require an account to use the local library and search features described above.

4. What is not sent to PDF Beacon servers

In the current 1.0 product configuration audited against the app source and feature flags:

PDF document contents are not uploaded to developer-operated PDF Beacon servers for indexing, OCR, or search.
Local search indexes, search history, bookmarks, and annotation data are not synced to a developer-operated cloud library.
The App does not include third-party advertising SDKs.
The App does not include third-party analytics or crash-reporting SDKs (for example Firebase Analytics, Crashlytics, or Sentry).
Feature flags in the shipped configuration set cloudSync, analytics, ads, and accountSystem to false.

This does not mean the device never uses the network. Purchases, restores, and optional downloads of files that are not already on the device may require internet access through Apple, Google, or the system file provider you choose.

5. File access and permissions

PDF Beacon accesses PDF files you select or grant access to. The App uses platform file-picking and storage APIs so you control which documents enter the library. Revoking access or deleting documents in the App removes those items from the App’s local library subject to trash/archive behavior described below.

6. Purchases and store services

PDF Beacon may offer auto-renewing Premium subscriptions (Premium Monthly and Premium Yearly). Purchases and restores are processed by Apple App Store (StoreKit) on iOS/iPadOS or Google Play Billing on Android, under those platforms’ own privacy policies and terms.

The App uses platform in-app purchase APIs to verify subscription entitlement status.
Verified entitlement status is cached locally on your device so Premium features can work offline within the App’s entitlement rules (including any local grace window). Refreshing or restoring purchases may require network access to the store.
PDF document contents, search indexes, search history, folders, bookmarks, and annotations are not sent with purchase or restore requests to Apple, Google, or PDF Beacon.
Receipt, payment method, and billing details are handled by Apple or Google. PDF Beacon does not operate a custom payment server for storing your documents or charging your card directly.

7. Third-party services

Relevant third parties may include:

Apple and Google for distribution, purchases, restores, and OS-level services.
System cloud file providers only when you choose to open or download a file that is not already local (for example iCloud Drive or Google Drive via the system picker).
Website hosting for these legal and support pages (aerologx.net on Vercel), which may process standard web server/CDN logs and optional site analytics configured for the website—not for PDF content inside the mobile app.

Open-source libraries used by the App (such as the local PDF renderer and SQLite/Drift database stack) process data on-device as part of App functionality; they are not used in this build as a cloud document pipeline.

8. Retention and deletion

Local library data remains on your device until you delete documents, clear App data, or uninstall the App (subject to OS backup behavior).

Deleted library items may remain in a local trash/archive area for a limited period before permanent deletion, depending on App behavior. Permanently deleting items or uninstalling the App removes the App’s local copies, but does not delete the original files elsewhere on your device or in cloud storage providers unless you delete those originals yourself.

For assistance with deletion questions, contact support@aerologx.net.

9. Security

PDF Beacon is designed so document content and search indexes stay on the device for normal library use. Protect your device with a passcode or biometric lock. OS backups may include App data according to your device settings. No method of electronic storage is perfectly secure.

10. Children’s privacy

PDF Beacon is a general-audience productivity app and is not directed at children under 13 (or the equivalent minimum age in your region). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through a PDF Beacon account system, because the App does not provide developer-operated accounts.

11. Website and support communications

If you visit PDF Beacon pages on aerologx.net or email support, we may receive the information you choose to send (such as your email address and message content) and standard technical logs generated by the website host. Do not include sensitive document contents in support email unless necessary.

12. Your choices and rights

You can delete documents and related local data in the App, clear App storage via system settings, or uninstall the App. Depending on your region, you may have additional privacy rights. Contact support@aerologx.net to exercise applicable rights or ask questions.

13. Changes

We may update this Privacy Policy when product behavior changes. The effective date above will be revised when material updates are published on this page.

14. Contact

Email: support@aerologx.net

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