What file formats can I convert to and from PDF?

Smallpdf supports free conversion to and from PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, JPG, PNG, HTML, and many more file types.

How does the online PDF converter work?

Smallpdf’s PDF converter works as simply as possible. Just upload the file you need to convert, and you’ll get it in the desired output format in seconds.

Can I convert scanned PDFs into editable documents?

Yes. Smallpdf’s OCR technology allows you to search and edit text within converted and scanned PDFs by extracting it. This feature is available for Pro account users.

How do I convert a PDF on Mac, Windows, or a mobile device?

Convert PDFs effortlessly with Smallpdf's online converter. Upload your file from any device or browser—no installation required. Alternatively, try our free Smallpdf mobile app for iOS and Android.

Is my data safe when using the PDF converter?

Absolutely. With Smallpdf, your files are secured with TLS encryption during transfer and automatically deleted after one hour.

Is Smallpdf a free PDF converter?

Yes. Convert any document type for free with a basic account. For unlimited conversions and access to over 40 PDF tools, upgrade to Pro and start your 7-day free trial. You can cancel at any point during the trial.

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Convert any file into a high-quality PDF or convert PDFs to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, images, and other formats. Free and secure conversion without installation or account creation.

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How Does the Free PDF Converter Work?

Drag & drop any of over 20 supported file formats—like Microsoft Word documents, Excel, PPT, or image files—into the converter to create a PDF. You can also convert a PDF back into these formats. Once the file is ready, download it instantly or save it to your cloud storage.

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Smallpdf is serious about your security and privacy. All file transfers are protected through advanced TLS encryption. For added peace of mind, all processed files are automatically deleted from our servers after one hour.

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Convert to PDF and back right in your browser—no software installation required. You can use the online converter on any device or operating system. Then, download your converted files instantly, or save them to Google Drive, Dropbox, OneDrive, or your Smallpdf storage.

Convert to and From Any File

Our PDF converter ensures high-quality results when working with the PDF format, made possible through our partnership with Solid Documents. Convert seamlessly with support for Word, Excel, PowerPoint documents, as well as formats such as HTML, TXT, JPG, PNG, HEIC, and others.

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Smallpdf’s free online PDF converter makes handling files quick and simple. Whether converting to or from PDF, and no matter the file size, just drag & drop, choose your document output format, and let the tool work its magic.

Convert From Anywhere

With our free PDF converter, you can convert files anytime, anywhere, as long as you have internet access. Smallpdf's cloud-based file conversion requires no installation or sign-ups, making it quick and easy to convert files on the go.

How To Convert to and From PDF for Free

Import or drag & drop your file into our PDF converter.
Conversion starts immediately and takes just a few seconds.
Converting to PDF? Your file is ready in seconds. When converting from PDF, choose the format you need to convert to, and click ‘Convert’.
Download your converted document or save it to your cloud storage.

PDF Converter FAQs

What file formats can I convert to and from PDF?
Smallpdf supports free conversion to and from PDF, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, JPG, PNG, HTML, and many more file types.
How does the online PDF converter work?
Smallpdf’s PDF converter works as simply as possible. Just upload the file you need to convert, and you’ll get it in the desired output format in seconds.
Can I convert scanned PDFs into editable documents?
Yes. Smallpdf’s OCR technology allows you to search and edit text within converted and scanned PDFs by extracting it. This feature is available for Pro account users.
How do I convert a PDF on Mac, Windows, or a mobile device?
Convert PDFs effortlessly with Smallpdf's online converter. Upload your file from any device or browser—no installation required. Alternatively, try our free Smallpdf mobile app for iOS and Android.
Is my data safe when using the PDF converter?
Absolutely. With Smallpdf, your files are secured with TLS encryption during transfer and automatically deleted after one hour.
Is Smallpdf a free PDF converter?
Yes. Convert any document type for free with a basic account. For unlimited conversions and access to over 40 PDF tools, upgrade to Pro and start your 7-day free trial. You can cancel at any point during the trial.