Is the PDF editor free to use?

Absolutely. You can freely add text, images, highlights, and drawings, and organize your documents without cost. Editing PDF text requires a Pro subscription, but you can try it with a 7-day free trial. You’re free to cancel anytime within the trial.

Can I get licenses for my whole team?

Yes! Smallpdf is perfect for teams and businesses looking to edit PDF documents and streamline PDF workflows. Smallpdf for Teams and Business plans provide solutions for various team sizes, helping your team work more efficiently and close deals faster. Reach out to our team to learn more.

Can I e-sign my file once I’m done editing?

Certainly. The Edit PDF tool is just one part of our suite, which includes other useful tools, such as e-signing documents and contracts, compressing, and converting PDFs. Once you’re done editing your PDF, simply select the eSign PDF tool from the Tools dropdown, and you’ll be guided seamlessly into the e-signing process.

Can I edit the text in a PDF?

Editing existing text is straightforward with the Edit PDF tool. Just upload your document, navigate to the Edit tab, then click on the text you want to modify. For fillable PDF forms, click in the empty fields you want to edit. Text editing requires a Pro subscription, which you can try with a 7-day free trial. Cancel anytime if you choose not to continue.

Can I add password protection to my edited file?

Yes, you can add password protection to your documents for extra security. Once you’re done editing your document, choose the Protect PDF tool from the Tools dropdown, and you’ll be able to create and confirm a password to secure your file.

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PDFs aren’t a one-way street anymore. Our free PDF Editor lets you edit text in your PDFs, add images, shapes, highlights, and annotations. There's no need to create an account or provide an email. Only the text editing feature is limited to Pro users—try it with a 7-day free trial!

Edit PDF content with ease using Smallpdf
Organize your document freely online
Works seamlessly on Mac, Windows, and mobile

Edit Your PDFs Online—The Easy Way

We believe working with PDFs should be simple and straightforward. That’s why we’ve made editing a PDF accessible without any hefty price tag. With our free online PDF Editor, you can make changes to PDF files directly in your browser, any way you want—for free, and without needing to download any software.

Easy & Efficient Online PDF Editing

Our PDF Editor goes beyond basic highlighting of text in documents or adding freehand annotations. When we say "edit," we mean truly edit! Your PDF pages become a fully customizable canvas, much like a Word document, where you can add new text, highlight, draw, insert shapes, and add images. With a Smallpdf Pro account, you can even modify existing text within your PDF. The user-friendly interface ensures a smooth and intuitive editing experience.

Document management tools available with Smallpdf’s Edit PDF

PDF Organization at the Click of a Button

In addition to editing, the PDF Editor includes tools for organizing your file. You can rearrange, merge, extract, split, and more with ease. Plus, you have direct access to a full suite of converters to export your PDF into formats like Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or JPG. You can even compress or flatten your PDF—customizing your document has never been easier.

Editing capabilities available with Smallpdf’s edit tool

Quick to Save, Easy to Share, Open to Everyone

Once you’re done editing, you can save your document to your local drive immediately—no paywall, registration, or watermarks. We also offer options to save your edited PDF to Smallpdf’s secure cloud storage, no matter the file size. Or you can transfer it directly to your Dropbox or Google Drive. For sharing your PDF, simply create a download link from the PDF Editor. Now it's easy to send your document wherever it’s needed.

5-step instructions on how to edit a PDF online for free with Smallpdf

How To Edit a PDF File Online for Free

Import or drag & drop your PDF file into our editor.
Add text, images, shapes, markups, or e-signatures as desired.
Organize document pages if needed, using the built-in tools.
Click “Export” to save as a PDF or another file type.
Download your edited PDF—simple as that!

Edit PDF Online—Quick, Easy, Secure

Simple Yet Powerful Online PDF Editor
Editing a PDF is easy with the right tools. Smallpdf offers an intuitive and straightforward user interface, so you can edit PDFs quickly without any hassle.
Direct Access to 20+ PDF Editing Tools
All of Smallpdf’s tools work together seamlessly. From the PDF Editor, you can access more than 20 other tools, including converters to turn PDF files into Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or JPG files, as well as options to compress, e-sign, or merge PDFs.
Edit PDF Files Anywhere, Anytime
The Smallpdf Mobile App, available on both iOS and Android, lets you edit PDFs offline, so you’re not tied to a desktop. Edit your PDFs anytime, anywhere, directly from your smartphone.
GDPR Compliance
When you visit our site, your data is handled with care. We adhere to the European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) to ensure your information is managed safely and securely.
ISO/IEC 27001 Certification
Our ISO/IEC 27001 certification confirms that we have systems in place to keep your data secure. We are audited annually to ensure we meet international security standards, safeguarding your information.
File Transfer Encryption
Documents processed on Smallpdf are encrypted with advanced TLS protocols, keeping your files safe during every step of editing, conversion, and compression. This encryption ensures your PDFs are protected from unauthorized access.

PDF Editing FAQs

Is the PDF editor free to use?
Absolutely. You can freely add text, images, highlights, and drawings, and organize your documents without cost. Editing PDF text requires a Pro subscription, but you can try it with a 7-day free trial. You’re free to cancel anytime within the trial.
Can I get licenses for my whole team?
Yes! Smallpdf is perfect for teams and businesses looking to edit PDF documents and streamline PDF workflows. Smallpdf for Teams and Business plans provide solutions for various team sizes, helping your team work more efficiently and close deals faster. Reach out to our team to learn more.
Can I e-sign my file once I’m done editing?
Certainly. The Edit PDF tool is just one part of our suite, which includes other useful tools, such as e-signing documents and contracts, compressing, and converting PDFs. Once you’re done editing your PDF, simply select the eSign PDF tool from the Tools dropdown, and you’ll be guided seamlessly into the e-signing process.
Can I edit the text in a PDF?
Editing existing text is straightforward with the Edit PDF tool. Just upload your document, navigate to the Edit tab, then click on the text you want to modify. For fillable PDF forms, click in the empty fields you want to edit. Text editing requires a Pro subscription, which you can try with a 7-day free trial. Cancel anytime if you choose not to continue.
Can I add password protection to my edited file?
Yes, you can add password protection to your documents for extra security. Once you’re done editing your document, choose the Protect PDF tool from the Tools dropdown, and you’ll be able to create and confirm a password to secure your file.