Free PDF Tools Online

ToolifHub covers the full spectrum of PDF operations. Each tool below is a dedicated page with its own guide, FAQ, and step-by-step instructions:

• PDF Editor — Add text overlays and highlights on any page of your document.
• Organize PDF — Merge, split, extract, rearrange, and delete pages in one tabbed interface.
• Compress PDF — Reduce file size for email attachments and web uploads with adjustable compression.
• PDF to Word — Convert PDF text to editable DOCX format for further editing.
• Word to PDF — Transform DOCX documents into shareable PDF files instantly.
• JPG to PDF and PDF to JPG — Convert between images and PDF with layout controls.
• Sign PDF — Draw, upload, or type your signature onto any document.
• Fill PDF Forms — Complete AcroForm-based PDF forms and download the filled document.
• Add Watermark and Add Page Numbers — Brand and paginate documents professionally.
• Protect PDF and Unlock PDF — Add or remove password protection on files you own.
• Rotate PDF — Fix sideways or upside-down pages in seconds.

Need a curated shortlist? See our Best PDF Tools guide for expert picks and detailed comparisons.

Every PDF tool on ToolifHub follows the same simple, privacy-first workflow. No tutorials, manuals, or account setup required:

1. Choose your tool — Browse the grid above or pick from the full list below. Each tool page explains exactly what it does and when to use it.
2. Upload or drag your file — Select a PDF (or image/Word file for converters) from your device. Files are read locally in your browser — nothing is sent to a server.
3. Configure your action — Set compression level, page range, watermark text, signature style, or other options using the on-page controls.
4. Preview the result — Most tools show a live preview so you can verify pages, layout, and quality before downloading.
5. Download your file — Click download to save the processed PDF to your device. No watermarks, no email gates, no waiting.

Because processing runs client-side, you can safely work with contracts, tax documents, medical records, and other sensitive files. ToolifHub does not store, log, or retain any uploaded content — once you close the tab, your data is gone from the session entirely.

Browser-based PDF tools serve a wide range of users who need fast, private document handling without enterprise software costs:

Students & Educators

Merge assignment submissions, compress large scan batches for LMS uploads, rotate mis-scanned pages, and convert lecture slides between PDF and Word. No campus software license required.

Freelancers & Small Business Owners

Sign contracts, add watermarks to proposals, fill client intake forms, and compress invoices for email — all from a laptop or phone without Adobe Acrobat subscriptions.

Office & Remote Workers

Combine quarterly reports, extract specific pages from lengthy documents, add page numbers to formal reports, and protect confidential PDFs with passwords before sharing internally.

HR & Legal Teams

Fill standardized PDF forms, apply consistent watermarks to draft documents, and unlock password-protected files you own (with the correct password) for archival workflows.

Content Creators & Marketers

Convert image assets to PDF portfolios, export PDF pages as JPG for social media, and compress media kits for client delivery. Pair with our Image Tools for a complete visual workflow.

Traditional PDF software is expensive, requires installation, and often sends your documents to cloud servers for processing. Browser-based tools on ToolifHub eliminate these concerns. Open-source libraries like pdf-lib and PDF.js power every operation locally, giving you desktop-grade functionality with zero privacy risk.

Compared to cloud PDF services that upload your files to remote servers, ToolifHub keeps every byte on your device. Compared to desktop suites like Adobe Acrobat, there is nothing to install, license, or update. Compared to freemium converters that add watermarks or limit daily usage, ToolifHub provides unlimited, watermark-free processing at no cost.

Whether you are a student submitting assignments, a freelancer sending contracts, or a business professional managing reports, ToolifHub PDF tools deliver the speed, security, and simplicity you need — on any device, in any location, with no IT approval required.

Document privacy is non-negotiable when handling contracts, financial records, medical forms, or personal identification. ToolifHub is built with a client-side-first architecture for every PDF tool in this category:

• No server uploads — PDF files are processed entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your documents never travel over the network to ToolifHub servers.
• No permanent storage — We do not save, cache, or retain your files after your session ends. Close the tab and your data is gone.
• No account required — There is no login, no email collection, and no tracking of which documents you process.
• HTTPS encryption — The ToolifHub website is served over HTTPS, protecting the page itself during load. File processing happens offline in-browser once the tool is loaded.
• Open-source foundations — Core PDF operations use well-audited open-source libraries (pdf-lib, PDF.js) rather than opaque proprietary engines.

ToolifHub is operated by a team focused on free, privacy-respecting online utilities. Read our Privacy Policy for full details on data handling, visit About Us to learn about our mission, or contact us with any questions about document security.

Browser-based PDF tools are powerful for everyday tasks, but understanding their boundaries helps you choose the right tool and avoid frustration:

• Scanned PDFs — Tools like PDF to Word extract text from text-based PDFs. Scanned image-only PDFs require OCR software, which is not included in this category.
• Existing text editing — The PDF Editor adds overlay annotations (text and highlights) but cannot modify embedded PDF text directly. For deep text edits, convert to Word first.
• Large files — There is no hard file-size cap, but PDFs with hundreds of pages or high-resolution scans may process slowly on older devices. Compress before merging very large batches.
• Password-protected PDFs — Unlock PDF requires the correct owner password. Without it, encrypted files cannot be processed by any tool.
• Complex form types — Fill PDF Forms supports standard AcroForm fields. XFA or non-standard form formats may not be fully compatible.
• Compression trade-offs — Aggressive compression re-encodes pages as images, which can reduce text sharpness. Use moderate settings for text-heavy documents.

Best practice tip: For multi-step workflows — merge, then compress, then add page numbers — complete each step as a separate download. This keeps processing fast and lets you verify quality at each stage.