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Edit, manage, and save documents in your preferred format

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Convert documents with ease

Convert text documents (.docx), spreadsheets (.xlsx), images (.jpeg), and presentations (.pptx) into editable PDFs (.pdf) and vice versa.
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Start with any popular format

You can upload documents in PDF, DOC/DOCX, RTF, JPEG, PNG, and TXT formats and start editing them immediately or convert them to other formats.
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Store converted documents anywhere

Select the necessary format and download your file to your device or export it to your cloud storage. pdfFiller supports Google Drive, Box, Dropbox, and OneDrive.
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Convert documents in batches

Bundle multiple documents into a single package and convert them all in one go—no need to process files individually.
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Preview and manage pages

Review the documents you are about to convert and exclude the pages you don’t need. This way, you can compress your files without losing quality.
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Protect converted documents

Safeguard your sensitive information while converting documents. Set up a password and lock your document to prevent unauthorized access.

How to quickly convert and compress your PDF?

Upload your document

Upload a document from your device, cloud storage, email, or URL.
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Use the converter tool

Select your document and click Convert .
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Select format and destination

Decide on the file type and where you want to save the converted document—on your device or in your cloud storage.
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Manage pages and additional settings

Once everything is set, you can access advanced settings to compress a document by excluding unnecessary pages, set passwords, and select other options.
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See for yourself by reading reviews on the most popular resources:
Great product. Made tax time for my small business EASY and COST EFFECTIVE. I did my own tax documents and saved HUNDREDS of dollars the first time I used it because I didn't have to pay an attorney to do these simple forms.
Dennis F
2015-02-02
Software was user friendly. Ocassionally experienced frozen screen and saved information provided did not save properly, therefore, had to repeat the process.
Anonymous Customer
2018-03-14
What do you like best?
I love transforming all of my PDF files into editable documents . I also enjoy the digital signature feature for authentication and business purposes.
What do you dislike?
There is nothing that I dislike about this product.
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
Able to transform difficult to edit documents into usable forms on a frequent basis. Love the compatibility with all platforms including social media!
User in Education Management
2019-01-28
Very helpful!! Having this product on my day by day is being great. I convert a lot of documents from pdf to Word to review and compare documents. This make my work easier. Convert documents from pdf to word, very easy!! I would love to compare documents directly in the program, and not have to convert it to Word before it.
Maria M.
2019-05-28
Easy to use Easy to use. I wish I came across this solution first because with it I was able to do in 10 minutes what I couldn't do in hours with the other editors I tried, not counting all the time trying to find them.
Lorenzo M
2024-06-11
What do you like best? I love that it makes editing a pdf file quick & easy. What do you dislike? I've not run into any features of the program that I do not like yet. Recommendations to others considering the product: Great little program!! I do recommend. What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized? I use this program to do quick edits on pdf files.
Christina Geistel
2022-05-17
Großartiger Support Jegliche Textelemente sind zu ändern, das Programm ist super einfach zu bedienen und hilft immer weiter mir hat alles an dieser Software gefallen
Johannes R.
2021-06-24
Took a little time to figure out how to… Took a little time to figure out how to do more than one signature on a single document, but the Support Team was helpful and patient with me as I learned.
ERIK WHITING
2021-02-17
I loved this software and features I loved this software and features. However it's just out of my budget right now. It would be helpful if there was a monthly subscription or payment plan. Instead of $96 all at once there should be an option to pay a monthly fee of $8.
Morgan Coleman
2020-11-25

pdfFiller — a straightforward tool to Convert and Lock PDF

If you've ever met any issues with attempting to Convert and Lock PDF using online solutions only, you're not the only one. Hours were spent switching back and forth between several solutions. With pdfFiller, you can start to get your time back and complete work faster.

Why pdfFiller? It's a certified, online PDF editor that works from the cloud. Just open a browser, sign in, choose a sample, and Convert and Lock PDF instantly. Done online, the process of editing files in PDF is simple and fast, seamless actually. An advanced set of features helps you to do what you need and much more. Here are the most helpful features you can use within your documents on pdfFiller:

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Digital signatures. Certify forms straight from your device
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Smart export. Send a file out by fax or email, transfer it to the cloud storage, or simply download a sample as one of the available formats: PDF, DOCX, XLSX, PPTX, and JPG
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Templates. Generate reusable documents and fill them out as many times as you want
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Fill out fields. Add to let clients to type data
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Page management features. Rotate, add, or delete new pages to reach your objectives
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Watermarks. Place your logo or business name on the document's pages to avoid plagiarism

pdfFiller is not only convenient but keeps the data protected. Your information is stored and transferred among servers strictly following the General Data Protection Regulation standards. Thanks to the two-factor authentication, you don't have to go another day with your data exposed to unwanted third parties.

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Convert and Lock PDF Feature

Transform your documents easily with our Convert and Lock PDF feature. This tool not only converts your files into PDF format, but it also locks them for enhanced security, ensuring that your information remains protected while sharing or storing documents.

Key Features

Effortless conversion of various file types to PDF
Secure locking to prevent unauthorized access
User-friendly interface for quick navigation
Batch processing for multiple documents at once
Compatibility with all major operating systems

Potential Use Cases and Benefits

Protect sensitive information when sharing files
Convert documents for professional presentations
Maintain document integrity during collaboration
Share files with confidence for audits or reviews
Efficiently organize and archive important documents

The Convert and Lock PDF feature simplifies your document management. By converting and locking your files, you can easily share what you need without worrying about unwanted edits or breaches. Whether you handle financial reports, client presentations, or important contracts, this feature helps you keep everything secure and organized. You take control over your documents, ensuring that they are safe and easily accessible.

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How to Use the Convert and Lock PDF Feature

The Convert and Lock PDF feature in pdfFiller allows you to easily convert your PDF documents into editable formats and secure them with password protection. Follow these simple steps to make the most of this feature:

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Login to your pdfFiller account or sign up for a new account if you don't have one already.
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Once logged in, click on the 'Convert and Lock PDF' option in the main menu.
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Upload the PDF document you want to convert and lock by clicking on the 'Choose File' button. You can also drag and drop the file directly into the designated area.
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After uploading the file, select the desired output format from the available options. pdfFiller supports various formats such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and more.
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If you want to add password protection to your converted document, check the 'Lock PDF' box and enter a secure password. This will prevent unauthorized access to your file.
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Once you have selected the output format and set the password (if desired), click on the 'Convert' button to start the conversion process.
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Wait for the conversion to complete. The time taken may vary depending on the size of the PDF document and your internet connection speed.
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Once the conversion is finished, you will be able to download the converted document to your computer or save it directly to your pdfFiller account.
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If you have added password protection, make sure to remember the password as it will be required to open the locked PDF file.
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Congratulations! You have successfully converted and locked your PDF document using pdfFiller's Convert and Lock PDF feature.

By following these steps, you can easily convert your PDFs into editable formats and ensure their security with password protection. Enjoy the convenience and peace of mind that pdfFiller's Convert and Lock PDF feature provides!

For pdfFiller’s FAQs

Below is a list of the most common customer questions. If you can’t find an answer to your question, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
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Open your PDF. Go to Protect Tab. Click Password. Enter Password. Select the Printing allowed dropdown. Select None means to prevent printing. Select the Changes Allowed dropdown. Select None -means the highest level of protection.
Open the PDF and choose Tools > Protection > Encrypt > Encrypt with Password 6. If you receive a prompt, click Yes to change the security. 7. Select Require A Password To Open The Document, then type the password in the corresponding field.
Go to Finder > locate your file and double-click it to open it in Preview. Enter the password to unlock the PDF document. Once your PDF file is unlocked, click on File > Export as PDF > enter the file name and set its destination > hit Save. That's all, the new PDF file you just saved will no longer require a password.
Click the Select a file button above, or drag and drop a PDF into the drop zone. Enter a password, then retype it to confirm the password. Click Set password. Sign in to download or share your protected PDF.

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