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Your PDFs Never Leave Your Device.

Merge, split, compress, rotate, and more. All processing happens right in your browser using WebAssembly. Zero uploads. Zero risk.

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What You Can Do

PDF Tools

Select a tool to get started. No sign-up, no limits.

Merge PDF

Combine multiple PDF files into a single document. Ideal for assembling reports, contracts, or presentation packets.

Split PDF

Extract specific pages or page ranges from a PDF. Useful for pulling out individual chapters, forms, or exhibits.

Compress PDF

Reduce PDF file size by optimizing images and removing redundant data. Makes files easier to email and share.

PDF to Images

Convert each page of a PDF into high-quality PNG images. Perfect for presentations, thumbnails, or social media posts.

Images to PDF

Bundle photos, scans, or screenshots into a single PDF document. Great for creating portfolios or digitizing receipts.

Rotate PDF

Rotate pages by 90, 180, or 270 degrees to fix orientation issues from scanners or cameras.

Reorder Pages

Drag and drop to rearrange the page order of any PDF. Restructure documents without recreating them from scratch.

Remove Metadata

Strip hidden metadata like author names, creation dates, and software details before sharing sensitive documents.

Add Watermark

Stamp text watermarks across PDF pages to mark documents as drafts, confidential, or with your brand.

Simple Process

Three Steps. That's It.

1

Choose a Tool

Pick the PDF operation you need from our toolkit.

2

Add Your Files

Drop files into the browser. They never leave your device.

3

Download Results

Get your processed PDF instantly. No email, no sign-up.

Your Privacy Matters

Built for Confidential Documents

Unlike most online PDF tools, PDFArc never sees, stores, or transmits your files.

No File Uploads

Your files stay on your device. Nothing is sent to any server, ever.

Browser Processing

All operations run locally using WebAssembly. Works even offline.

No Data Storage

No accounts, no tracking cookies, no data retention. Close the tab and it's gone.

Why PDFArc

How We Compare

Feature PDFArc Sejda ILovePDF SmallPDF
Client-side processing
No file uploads
No account required
Free with no limits
Works offline
No watermarks
Open source
No file size limits

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Are my files really private?
Yes. PDFArc processes every file directly in your browser using WebAssembly and JavaScript. Your files are never uploaded to any server. You can verify this by disconnecting from the internet and using the tools offline.
Is there a file size limit?
Because processing happens in your browser, the limit depends on your device's available memory. Most devices handle PDFs up to 100 MB without issues. Very large files may be slower on mobile devices.
What file formats are supported?
PDFArc works with standard PDF files (all versions). For image conversion, we support PNG, JPEG, and WebP formats. All output files use widely compatible formats.
Is PDFArc free to use?
Yes, all tools are completely free with no usage limits, no sign-up required, and no watermarks added to your files.
Does PDFArc work on mobile devices?
Yes. PDFArc is designed mobile-first and works on any modern browser including Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and Edge on both desktop and mobile.
How does browser-based PDF processing work?
PDFArc uses WebAssembly (WASM) and JavaScript libraries like pdf-lib and pdfjs-dist to process files directly in your browser. WebAssembly runs compiled code at near-native speed, so operations like merging, splitting, and compressing happen quickly without ever contacting a server.
Can I use PDFArc for legal documents?
Absolutely. PDFArc is well-suited for handling legal documents because files never leave your device. The Remove Metadata tool strips hidden data like author names and revision history, and the Watermark tool can mark documents as confidential. Your documents are never exposed to third-party servers.
What happens to my files after processing?
Nothing is stored. When you process a file, PDFArc creates a temporary blob URL in your browser memory for the download. Once you close the tab or navigate away, that data is released by the browser. There are no servers, databases, or storage systems involved at any point.
Is PDFArc safe for confidential business documents?
Yes. Since all processing happens locally in your browser, your files are never transmitted over the internet. This makes PDFArc suitable for handling NDAs, financial statements, HR documents, and other sensitive business files. There is no server-side processing, no temporary storage, and no data retention.
Do I need to install anything?
No. PDFArc runs entirely in your web browser with no downloads, plugins, or extensions required. Just open the website and start using any tool immediately.

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