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Compress, merge, split, convert and edit PDFs entirely in your browser — no uploads, no account, free forever.

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PDF, image (JPG / PNG), or Word document — stays 100% on your device
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Compress PDF
Shrink file size for email or upload. Choose between quality and size.
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Merge PDFs
Combine multiple PDFs into one. Drag to reorder before merging.
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Split PDF
Extract a page range into one PDF, or split every page into a ZIP archive.
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GST Invoice Generator
Create GST or simple invoices instantly. UPI QR code, CGST/SGST/IGST. Download as PDF free.
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Page Manager
Delete, duplicate, insert blank pages, or drag-drop to reorder — all in one place.
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PDF → Image
Convert each page to PNG or JPG. Choose resolution up to 300 DPI.
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Images → PDF
Combine JPG, PNG or WebP images into a single PDF. Drag to reorder.
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PDF → Word
Extract text from a PDF into an editable .docx file.
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PDF OCR
Extract text from scanned PDFs using browser-based OCR. Supports English and Indian languages.
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Word → PDF
Convert a .docx Word document to PDF directly in your browser — no upload needed.
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PDF → Excel
Detect and extract tables from a PDF into a downloadable .xlsx spreadsheet.
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PDF to Grayscale
Strip all colour from a PDF. Ideal for print-ready black & white output.
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Edit & Redact
Redact sensitive content, draw shapes, and add text annotations on any page.
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Watermark & Page Numbers
Stamp a text watermark or auto page numbers on every page with full style control.
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Header & Footer
Add text in 3 positions at top and bottom. Supports {{page}}, {{total}}, {{date}}.
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Crop & Resize Pages
Change page size to A4, Letter or custom. Add margins or crop edges.
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Rotate Pages
Rotate individual pages left, right, or 180°. Real page thumbnails shown.
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Fill PDF Forms
Fill text fields, checkboxes, dropdowns and radio buttons. Optionally flatten to lock.
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Edit Metadata
View, edit or strip hidden PDF metadata — title, author, subject, keywords.
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Password Protect PDF
Add an open password and restrict print, copy, and edit permissions with AES-256 encryption.
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Remove PDF Password
Remove open password and unlock print, copy, and edit restrictions from any PDF you own.
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Redact by Pattern
Auto-detect and permanently redact Aadhaar, PAN cards, phone numbers and emails across every page — one click, no drawing.
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PDF Diff
Compare two PDF versions side by side. Added text in green, removed in red — line by line.
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Compress PDF for WhatsApp
Shrink any PDF under 16MB for WhatsApp sharing — automatically in one click.
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Mask Aadhaar Before Sharing
Auto-redact Aadhaar numbers across the full PDF in one click. Safe to share.
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Compress ITR Acknowledgement
Reduce ITR PDF size for income tax portal uploads. Stays on your device.

What is LovelyPDF?

LovelyPDF is a free, browser-based PDF toolkit that lets you merge, split, compress, convert and edit PDF files without uploading them to any server. Every operation runs inside your browser using pdf-lib and PDF.js — open source JavaScript libraries. Your files never leave your device. There are no accounts, no file size limits, and no ads interrupting your work.

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LovelyPDF vs Other PDF Tools

Feature LovelyPDF SmallPDF / ILovePDF
File uploads to server✗ Never✓ Always
Account requiredNoFor most features
Daily usage limitsNo limitsYes (free tier)
Works offlineYes (after load)No
Data stored on serverZeroYes (temporarily)
CostFree foreverFreemium

Frequently Asked Questions

Is LovelyPDF completely free?

Yes. All 23 tools are free with no sign-up, no subscription, and no hidden limits. LovelyPDF is free forever.

Are my PDF files uploaded to a server?

No. Every operation runs inside your browser using JavaScript. Your files never leave your device and are never sent to any server. This makes LovelyPDF safe for sensitive documents including financial, medical, and legal files.

What PDF tools does LovelyPDF include?

LovelyPDF includes 23 tools: merge PDF, split PDF, compress PDF, rotate PDF, PDF to Word, PDF OCR, PDF to image, image to PDF, edit and redact PDF, add watermark, fill PDF forms, edit metadata, crop and resize, convert to grayscale, add header and footer, manage pages, redact by pattern, compare PDFs (diff), GST invoice generator, PDF to Excel, protect PDF, unprotect PDF, and word to PDF.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes. LovelyPDF is fully responsive and works on Android and iOS browsers. All tools including merge, split, and compress are mobile-friendly.

How does browser-based PDF compression work?

LovelyPDF renders each page of your PDF as a canvas element in the browser using PDF.js, then re-encodes it as a JPEG image at your chosen quality level before rebuilding the PDF with pdf-lib. No server processing required.

Is LovelyPDF a good alternative to SmallPDF or ILovePDF?

Yes. Unlike SmallPDF and ILovePDF which upload your files to their servers, LovelyPDF processes everything locally in your browser. There are no daily limits, no account requirements, and no data ever sent to a server. For users who value privacy, LovelyPDF is the better choice.

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