Privacy Policy
Last updated: 6 July 2026
Forge is built to work entirely on your device. It has no analytics, no advertising, no tracking and no account or login. This policy explains, in plain terms, exactly what that means.
Who this policy covers
This policy applies to Forge: File Convert for AI (bundle identifier com.convertforai.forge) on iPhone, iPad and Mac, published by the developer of Forge ("we", "us"). It covers what happens when you use the app and when you visit this website.
Data we collect
None. Forge does not use analytics or crash-reporting SDKs, does not show adverts, and does not track you across apps or websites. We have no server that receives information about who you are, what you convert, or how often you use the app.
Your files and conversions
Everything Forge does happens on your device:
- Files you choose to import (PDF, Word, Excel, images, web pages and the other supported formats) are converted to Markdown locally, using on-device processing and Apple's on-device OCR where relevant.
- The original file is kept alongside its Markdown result in your own app storage, or in iCloud if you have iCloud enabled on your device, the same as any other app that stores files on your account.
- Nothing you convert is uploaded to us, and we never see the contents of your files.
Third parties
Forge does not share data with third parties, because it does not collect any to share. There are no third-party analytics, advertising or attribution SDKs built into the app. The only third party involved at all is Apple, which handles the in-app purchase (see below) and, if enabled on your device, iCloud storage of your files under Apple's own privacy terms.
Account & login
Forge does not require an account or login of any kind. There is nothing to sign up for and nothing tied to your identity.
In-app purchase
Forge offers 14 days of free access, followed by a one-time, non-consumable £2.99 lifetime unlock (product ID com.convertforai.forge.unlimited), processed entirely through Apple's StoreKit 2. This is not a subscription and does not renew or charge you again. Payment details are handled entirely by Apple, and Forge never sees your card details, billing address or Apple ID beyond what StoreKit reports to confirm the purchase.
Children's privacy
Forge is not directed at children and we do not knowingly collect personal data from anyone, including children, because we do not collect personal data at all. If you believe a child has provided us with personal data, contact us using the details below and we will look into it, though given the app's design, there should be nothing on our side to find.
Your rights
Under UK GDPR, EU GDPR and similar data protection laws, you normally have rights to access, correct, delete or export personal data held about you. Because Forge does not collect or hold any personal data on any server, there is nothing for us to access, correct, delete or export on your behalf. Your files and their Markdown results remain entirely within your own device and iCloud account, under your control at all times.
International use
Since Forge processes everything on-device and does not transmit your data to us, no international data transfer takes place as part of using the app.
Changes to this policy
If this policy changes, the "last updated" date above will change and the new version will be posted at this same address.
Contact
Questions about privacy, or anything else: email contact@forgeforai.com.