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Last updated on Sep 20, 2025

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Every PDF tool you need to get documents
done paper-free

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Create & edit PDFs

Generate new PDFs from scratch or transform existing documents into reusable templates. Type anywhere on a PDF, rewrite original PDF content, insert images or graphics, redact sensitive details, and highlight important information using an intuitive online editor.
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Fill out & sign PDF forms

Say goodbye to error-prone manual hassles. Complete any PDF document electronically – even while on the go. Pre-fill multiple PDFs simultaneously or extract responses from completed forms with ease.
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Organize & convert PDFs

Add, remove, or rearrange pages inside your PDFs in seconds. Create new documents by merging or splitting PDFs. Instantly convert edited files to various formats when you download or export them.
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Collect data and approvals

Transform static documents into interactive fillable forms by dragging and dropping various types of fillable fields on your PDFs. Publish these forms on websites or share them via a direct link to capture data, collect signatures, and request payments.
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Export documents with ease

Share, email, print, fax, or download edited documents in just a few clicks. Quickly export and import documents from popular cloud storage services like Google Drive, Box, and Dropbox.
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Store documents safely

Store an unlimited number of documents and templates securely in the cloud and access them from any location or device. Add an extra level of protection to documents by locking them with a password, placing them in encrypted folders, or requesting user authentication.

Customer trust by the numbers

64M+
users worldwide
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4M
PDFs edited per month
9 min
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Why choose our PDF solution?

Cloud-native PDF editor

Access powerful PDF tools, as well as your documents and templates, from anywhere. No installation needed.

Top-rated for ease of use

Create, edit, and fill out PDF documents faster with an intuitive UI that only takes minutes to master.

Industry-leading customer service

Enjoy peace of mind with an award-winning customer support team always within reach.

What our customers say about pdfFiller

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Awesome, Love it. It is a good thing because I just didn't know they would charge me 9.00 dollars a month all at one time for the whole year upfront... Thanks for the heads up guys.
Darrell F F
2015-03-13
I completed a passport application. The document was easy to fill & very professional in quality which made it very easy to be understood during processing.
Michael R
2015-11-25
I am enjoying using the software and finding it helpful completing my VAT forms, I wish you could tab along though from column to column rather than use the space bar. It's a good piece of software though.
Anonymous Customer
2016-10-21
Very professional, highly recommended. I needed to create some fillable PDFs for a course I'm running and PDFfiller allowed me to do that with ease. I needed a bit of guidance on how to do it from their person in the chat box (who was very helpful and efficient) and, once they showed me what to do (it was easy), the software was great and pretty intuitive and allowed me to create fillable boxes neatly and easily - it gives you guidelines so you can line them up with each other. It's a pity they don't do a "one-off" fee of $5 or something, rather than a subscription because it's not something I need regularly, so I'd have been happy to just pay a little something toward using it, rather than signing up for the 30 day free trial. Highly recommended. Very professional. Lisa Cherry Beaumont of LisaCherryBeaumont.com
Lisa Beaumont
2020-01-07
Initially was not happy for being… Initially was not happy for being charged £150 after my free trial ended (without knowing) though they processed my refund very quickly.
Sara Nazir
2019-07-24
Good less expensive alternative to some of the competition Overall, I have been satisfied with PDFfiller The software works just like advertised. I love that it is super reliable to work when I need it. The user interface was slightly challenging to get used to but after that, it has been nice.
Daniel H.
2019-08-21
Excellent Excellent! intuitive user interface, i was happy to know we could draw the signature directly from within the application, very happy with this service!
Just Someone
2021-05-26
great product We use this on an annual basis to prepare our tax docs for our Church employees. Great service and they are always willing to help even when its a user error. thank you
Rebecca Garcia
2021-02-27
Fast! We love the way it transfers previous, redundant info... Very Accurate...woo hoo! Thank you, worth every bit the price, especially if everything submits electronically.
DAVID MICHAEL Z
2021-01-29

Remove Password and Encrypt PDF for Chrome

Easily manage your PDF documents with the Remove Password and Encrypt PDF feature for Chrome. This tool empowers you to control access to sensitive files while ensuring they remain secure.

Key Features

Quickly remove passwords from PDF files
Encrypt PDF documents for enhanced security
Simple user interface for easy navigation
Compatible with various PDF formats
Supports batch processing for multiple files

Potential Use Cases and Benefits

Share confidential documents without the hassle of passwords
Protect sensitive information from unauthorized access
Maintain control over who can view or edit your PDFs
Streamline workflows by allowing easy access to important files
Safeguard personal or professional information during transfers

This feature solves your problem by removing barriers to accessing your PDF documents and adding layers of security where necessary. You can easily share important files without compromising on safety. Trust this tool to help you manage your PDF documents effortlessly.

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Create, edit, and share PDFs even on the go. The pdfFiller app equips you with every tool you need to manage documents on your mobile device. Try it now on iOS or Android!

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To begin using the extension and unlock secured PDFs, click the Alto Unlock PDF icon in the top right corner of your Google Chrome window. Choose a locked document on your computer or cloud storage and upload it to the app. Once the document has been uploaded, click the Unlock PDF button and remove all restrictions.

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