Edit PDFs Without Uploading
Your Files. Ever.
Every other PDF tool uploads your files to their servers. PeacefulPDF doesn't. Everything runs in your browser — your documents never leave your computer.
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Trusted by thousands of users worldwide
People who care about their privacy use PeacefulPDF.
"I handle legal documents all day. Knowing my clients' files never leave my laptop is a huge deal. PeacefulPDF is the only tool I trust."
— Sarah K., Paralegal
"Switched from Smallpdf after they started limiting free uses. PeacefulPDF does everything I need and I don't have to create an account."
— Mike T., Freelancer
"Works great even on spotty hotel wifi since it doesn't need to upload anything. I use it for merging receipts and invoices while traveling."
— Priya R., Consultant
* Example testimonials representing typical user feedback
Why PeacefulPDF?
See how we stack up against the big names.
| Feature | PeacefulPDF | iLovePDF / Smallpdf / Sejda |
|---|---|---|
| File Upload Required | No — files stay on your device | Yes — uploaded to their servers |
| Account Required | No | Yes (for most features) |
| Works Offline | Yes | No |
| Price | Free — always | Freemium (limits + paywalls) |
| Privacy | Files never leave your computer | Files uploaded to remote servers |
| Daily Limits | None | Yes (free tier) |
How-To PDF Guides
How to Edit PDF Files
- Open the PDF Editor tool.
- Upload your PDF document.
- Use the toolbar to add text, images, shapes, or annotations.
- Click existing text to edit it.
- Download your edited PDF.
How to Combine PDF Files
- Open the Merge PDF tool.
- Upload two or more PDF files.
- Drag and drop to reorder the files if needed.
- Click "Merge PDF".
- Download your combined PDF document.
How to Convert PDF to JPG
- Open the PDF to JPG tool.
- Upload your PDF file.
- Select the pages you want to convert.
- Click "Convert to JPG".
- Download the resulting JPG images.
How to Compress a PDF
- Open the Compress PDF tool.
- Upload your PDF file.
- Click "Compress PDF".
- Download your smaller PDF file.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is PeacefulPDF really free?
Yes. No premium plans, no credit card prompts, no "upgrade to unlock" nonsense. Every tool is free, forever. We make money from nothing — it's a passion project.
Do my files get uploaded to a server?
No. Zero files leave your computer. PeacefulPDF runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. There's no server-side processing, no temporary storage, no cloud anything. Your files stay on your machine the entire time.
Does PeacefulPDF work offline?
Yes. Once the page loads, you can disconnect from the internet and keep working. Everything runs locally in your browser — no network requests needed for processing.
What PDF tools are available?
We have 20+ tools: Merge, Split, Compress, Edit, Annotate, PDF to Word, PDF to JPG, JPG to PDF, PDF to Excel, Extract Pages, Delete Pages, Reorder Pages, Encrypt, Unlock, Flatten, Resize, Add Page Numbers, Sign, Watermark, and OCR.
Is PeacefulPDF safe for sensitive documents?
Absolutely. Since your files never leave your computer, there's zero risk of server breaches, data leaks, or unauthorized access. It's the safest way to handle confidential PDFs online.
What browsers does PeacefulPDF support?
Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari — basically any modern browser. Works on desktop and mobile. No extensions or plugins required.
Ready to edit PDFs the private way?
No signup. No upload. Just open a tool and start working.
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