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PDF24 Tools
24 free online PDF tools with no artificial limits, plus a free Windows app.
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What is PDF24 Tools?
PDF24 Tools is a free set of online PDF tools, including merge, split, compress, edit, sign, convert, OCR, protect, unlock and redact, paid for by ads and with no artificial limits. Online files are processed on PDF24's servers over encrypted connections and deleted after a short time. PDF24 Creator is a free Windows app with similar tools that keeps files on your PC. It is developed by Geek Software GmbH.
Pros
- Free with no artificial limits
- Covers almost every common PDF task
- Free Windows app keeps files on your PC
Cons
- Online tools show ads
- Online tools upload files to PDF24's servers
Who should use PDF24 Tools
Anyone who needs to merge, compress, sign or convert PDFs for free.
Who may not need it
People who need a full PDF editor for heavy daily use.
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