Online PDF Editor
Upload your PDF or start with a blank document. Edit text, add images, insert signatures, draw, erase, and customize your PDFs with ease. All processing happens locally in your browser - your documents never leave your device!
Upload a PDF or create a blank page
Your canvas will appear here.
Workflow shortcuts
Work faster with familiar keys
Keep your hands on the keyboard while you move between pages, duplicate elements, and keep text formatting in sync.
Canvas tips
Keep exports clean and client-ready
A few guardrails to make sure every download looks intentional - no placeholder text, no surprise scaling, just crisp PDFs.
Prep the page
Upload a PDF or create a blank canvas, rename the file, and set your zoom.
Layer with intent
Use signatures, images, icons, or whiteouts; duplicate elements instead of re-creating them.
Verify & export
Jump to pages with Ctrl + P, clear placeholders, then download as PDF or image.
How to edit a PDF online (step-by-step)
Use this free PDF editor directly in your browser. No downloads, no sign-ups, just follow the steps below for a clean export every time.
- Click Upload PDF to open your file or choose Blank to start from scratch.
- Use Text to add paragraphs, headings, bullet lists, and change fonts, colors, or alignment.
- Drop in Sign, Image, or Icons to add approvals, logos, stamps, or visual cues.
- Clean sensitive areas with Whiteout or Erase, then use Draw for quick markups.
- Rename the file, preview page-by-page, and choose Download as PDF or Download as Image. Save progress locally if you want to finish later.
Tip: The keyboard shortcuts above keep you fast when you are reviewing multi-page contracts or resumes.
Ad-friendly quality
What makes this page valuable
- Original, actionable instructions aligned with the on-page tool - not auto-generated fluff.
- Clear benefit statements (privacy, speed, mobile support) that match what the editor actually does.
- Internal links to related PDF utilities so visitors can solve more file tasks without leaving.
- Focused on safe, business-friendly use cases for recruiters, admins, students, and remote teams.
Key features built for daily PDF work
Full text & layout control
Switch fonts, sizes, highlights, bullets, and alignment without breaking the original PDF formatting.
Brand-ready signatures
Pick from multiple signature styles, adjust color and size, and place approvals anywhere on the canvas.
Images, icons, and stamps
Add logos, photos, or icon markers to highlight sections, confirm receipt, or brand your deliverables.
Whiteout & clean-up
Cover personal data, fix typos, or remove signatures before inserting new text or graphics.
Smart downloads
Export a polished PDF or image, set the filename, and keep edits consistent across every page.
Undo-safe progress
Undo/redo as you go, and use Save Progress to keep work locally so nothing is lost mid-review.
Use cases for teams that work with PDFs every day
Recruiting & staffing
Update resumes, add hiring manager notes, and apply signatures to offer letters or onboarding packets.
Contracts & approvals
Whiteout clauses, initial changes, insert approval stamps, and export a clean audit-ready PDF.
Finance & billing
Correct invoices, add PO numbers, or insert payment instructions before sending to clients.
Learning & onboarding
Annotate training materials, highlight key steps, and export images for quick reference guides.
Security, privacy, and accessibility
- Files stay in your browser while you edit
- No account creation or email capture required
- Responsive layout for phones, tablets, and desktops
- Works after first load for low-connectivity workflows
For sensitive documents, clear your saved progress after exporting and keep copies on your trusted device or storage.
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