Best free PDF tools in 2026
There's no single best tool. Pick by what you need: PDF24 for range, iLovePDF for polish, Rivmu for not uploading.
Most tools for free: PDF24
It's free, with a very long tool list and a Windows app. Its web tools upload to its servers.
Polished all-rounder: iLovePDF
It's easy to use and covers most jobs. Free tasks are capped by tool, and paid plans remove most caps.
Occasional tasks: Smallpdf or Adobe
Both work well for a quick job or two. Expect free limits.
Private documents: Rivmu
We're biased, so here's the plain fact: our tools run in your browser. We have fewer tools, and no OCR or Office conversion.
Facts about other services come from their own websites, checked on 31 October and 1 November 2026. Plans change, so confirm on their site before you decide.