Free Online PDF Editor — Edit, Annotate & Sign PDFs in Your Browser
SaveDelete's free PDF editor lets you add text, images, signatures, checkmarks, stamps, shapes, highlights and watermarks to any PDF — directly in your browser. There is nothing to install and no account to create, and because every edit happens locally on your device, your files are never uploaded to a server. It works on Windows, macOS, Linux, Chromebook, Android and iPhone in any modern browser, with no watermarks and no file-size limits.
How to Edit a PDF Online (4 Steps)
- Upload your PDF. Drag and drop your file onto the editor or click to browse. It loads instantly and stays on your device.
- Choose a tool. Pick Add Text, Add Image, Add Signature, a shape, the highlighter, a checkmark or any of the 15+ annotation tools.
- Click and edit. Place your annotation, then drag to reposition or use the handles to resize. Change fonts, colours and sizes as needed.
- Download. Click "Download PDF" to save your edited document with every change baked in. All pages are preserved.
Everything You Can Do
The editor includes more than 15 tools for marking up and completing documents:
- Text: add and format text with custom fonts, sizes, colours, bold, italic and underline.
- Images & signatures: insert logos, photos or a scanned/drawn signature.
- Shapes & drawing: rectangles, circles, lines, arrows, freehand drawing and a highlighter.
- Stamps: checkmarks, X-marks, date stamps and sticky notes.
- Branding: custom watermarks and page numbers.
- Page tools: rotate or delete pages, plus drag, resize, copy, delete, undo and redo.
What People Use It For
Common uses include filling out and signing contracts, forms and job applications; adding checkmarks and notes to checklists; marking up documents for review; stamping invoices with dates or an "approved" note; covering sensitive details before sharing a file; and adding a logo or watermark to branded PDFs — all without paying for Adobe Acrobat.
SaveDelete PDF Editor vs Other PDF Editors
Unlike Adobe Acrobat, Smallpdf or iLovePDF, SaveDelete's editor is completely free with no daily limits, no watermarks and no account required, and your files are processed entirely in your browser instead of being uploaded to the cloud.
| Feature | SaveDelete | Adobe Acrobat | Smallpdf / iLovePDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free, unlimited | From ~$15/mo | Free tier with daily limits |
| Registration | None | Account required | Account for full use |
| Files uploaded to a server | No — 100% in-browser | Yes (cloud) | Yes (cloud) |
| Watermarks on output | Never | No | Sometimes on free tier |
| Install required | No | Desktop app | No |
Pricing and features for third-party tools are indicative and may change — check each provider for current terms.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this PDF editor really free?
Yes, our PDF editor is 100% free with no hidden fees or subscriptions. You get all 15+ editing tools including text, images, signatures, watermarks, shapes and annotations without any cost, and no registration is required.
Are my PDF files saved on your servers?
No. All editing happens directly in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to our servers — when you open a PDF it stays on your device and is processed locally, and the edited file is generated in your browser. This ensures complete privacy.
Can I sign a PDF with this editor?
Yes. You can draw your signature freehand or upload an image of it, then position and resize the signature anywhere on the document.
Do I need to install software or create an account?
No. The editor runs entirely in your web browser — there is nothing to download or install, and no account, email or sign-up is required. Just open the page, upload your PDF and start editing.
Can I edit a PDF on my phone?
Yes. The PDF editor works in any modern mobile browser on Android and iPhone or iPad, as well as on Windows, Mac, Linux and Chromebook, so you can add text, sign and annotate PDFs from any device.
Will my edited PDF keep all of its pages?
Yes. When you click Download, every page of your document is included in the exported PDF with your edits applied to each page — not just the page you are currently viewing.