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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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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.

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great, but i must stress you should have a one off payment for a single transaction sometimes people dont want a monthly subscription so please giver option for one off fair payment option. thamks
Adil Mohammed J
2014-05-10
Good so far; expensive, however, AND when I agreed to your discounted one year offer when I intended to cancel after one month, I didn't realize the sum offered was in addition to the $20 one month fee, so it didn't turn out to be such a great deal after all. I was canceling, because I honestly don't see myself using this much more if even ever again. However, for the discounted rate (WITHOUT the $20 added in), I thought 'why not?' I am going to evaluate over the next couple weeks to see if I really DO want to continue a subscription, discount or otherwise.
Charlotte T
2016-04-15
What do you like best?
the way its sos easy to add documents, and it stores them to go back when you need them
What do you dislike?
nothing, it's easy to use, intellectually smart and fun
Recommendations to others considering the product:
it's great, easy to use, life saver!!
What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized?
I fill out a lot of license applications in my field so this has been a god send.
Tim Murray
2020-02-06
Works fast and easy Works fast and easy, great service!I had signed up very briefly to edit some pdfs for work. The program worked smoothly, but then I foolishly forgot to end my membership, and was billed for a years' worth of their service, which I did not need. Their customer support was top-notch and had my problem resolved in just a few minutes. I'd recommend them for anyone looking for a company that is responsive to their customers.
Zachary Laskaris
2019-02-01
Smooth fillable process Smooth fillable process. It's just the end of the process, saving the document and accessing it that I still need to get used to. I don't feel too comfortable as I feel like my documents are not easily accessible if I forget my password. I guess it's a matter of getting used to. Also is there a charge sometime in the future for this?
Vio
2022-08-24
This is a great tool and is full of… This is a great tool and is full of features that I really need for editing, exporting, merging and printing documents. I like all of the supported file formats and may use the routing features in the future. The pdfFiller will import huge .pdf files and allows you to save just one or two pages from that file for editing. It offers alot of flexibility and performance features which I appreciate for document management and workflow.
Amy Masreliez
2022-05-05
This morning my subscription to PdfFiller was automatically renewed. Once I realized it, I notified the company to cancel my subscription and to provide a refund. Within a short time, I received a response confirming that the subscription was canceled and that the charge was reversed. I would definitely recommend this company and would use them again if I had a need.TL
Tom L
2022-04-15
Great but just too expensive Great but just too expensive. Especially considering we are already subscribed to so many other SaaS, this feels over priced.
Tech Mom
2021-10-20
What do you like best? I like the easy of use of the interface and the user friendliness of the product. What do you dislike? The need to install java is the one thing I dislike about this product Recommendations to others considering the product: Stop hesitating about whether this product will meet your needs, it will! Trust me. Act on your intuition and just try it. You will not want to stop after that have tried! I think it is a better product that Adobe because of the price point and the many options that are available. I love the send to capture signature feature where this product allows you to get the signature of someone who does not even have the product at all. What problems are you solving with the product? What benefits have you realized? Digital signatures and workflow becomes so much smoother using this product. I have also used it to do registration of students now we are working virtually - parents file the form out and I get notifications that they have completed the process so I can then pick up the completed form. This has worked great for some business needs that surfaced because of the current pandemic! I love this product!
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2020-11-18

How to make a PDF Read Only Online

Even if someone without your permission tries to open your document, they won’t be able to access the data. Just follow the common security suggestions and don't worry about your content being stolen. You can edit the document anytime from anywhere, as long as you remember the password or got access to your pdfFiller account.

Make Your PDFs Read-Only: Secure Your Documents with Confidence

The Making a PDF Read-Only feature helps you protect your important documents. By preventing editing, you can ensure that your content remains unchanged and intact. This feature is essential for anyone who wants to maintain control over their PDF files.

Key Features

Easily restrict editing and copying of PDF content
User-friendly interface for seamless integration
Compatible with various devices and operating systems
Quick setup process with clear instructions

Potential Use Cases and Benefits

Share sensitive documents without fear of unauthorized changes
Protect contracts and agreements from accidental edits
Distribute educational materials while keeping the original formatting
Maintain the integrity of research papers and official reports

This feature effectively solves your problem of document security. By making your PDFs read-only, you can focus on sharing information without worrying about unwanted edits. Gain peace of mind knowing your documents maintain their original intent and format every time you share them.

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How to Use the Making a PDF Read Only Made Simple Feature

With the Making a PDF Read Only Made Simple feature, you can easily protect your PDF documents from being edited or modified by others. Follow these simple steps to use this feature:

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Login to your pdfFiller account.
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Upload the PDF document you want to make read-only.
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Once the document is uploaded, click on the 'Edit' button.
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In the editing toolbar, click on the 'Protect' tab.
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From the dropdown menu, select the 'Make Read Only' option.
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A confirmation dialog box will appear. Click on 'OK' to proceed.
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Your PDF document is now read-only. It cannot be edited or modified by anyone else.
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You can download the read-only PDF or share it with others using the 'Share' button.

By following these steps, you can easily make your PDF documents read-only and ensure their integrity and security.

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