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PDFescape

The original online free PDF editor & form filler. Now with more options!

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PDFescape is a free online PDF reader, editor, form filler, and form designer that runs entirely in a web browser, eliminating the need to install software for basic PDF tasks. It solves the problem of accessing and modifying PDF files without requiring a dedicated desktop application, making it a lightweight alternative for users who need to view, annotate, or fill forms quickly.

The online version includes features for editing PDF files, annotating documents, filling out and creating basic PDF forms, password-protecting files, and sharing documents. A separate desktop application for Windows adds more advanced capabilities, such as editing existing text and images, merging PDFs, converting PDFs to Word and other formats, adding watermarks and page numbers, and compressing file sizes. The desktop app also supports printing to PDF and scanning paper to PDF.

PDFescape is aimed at individuals and businesses needing occasional or regular PDF editing without a high-cost solution. It offers a free online plan with core features and file upload limits. Paid subscriptions, available on a monthly or yearly basis, unlock the desktop application and premium features like unlimited online document storage, larger file uploads, and advanced editing tools. All paid plans come with a 15-day money-back guarantee.

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