Flatten PDF
Make form answers and comments a fixed part of a PDF.
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Runs on your device. No upload wait.
What you get
- Forms and comments
- Or all pictures
Questions
Why flatten a PDF?
Filled-in forms and comments are separate layers some apps don’t show or print, and anyone can change them. Flattening draws them into the page itself, so everyone sees the same thing and the values can’t be edited.
Does flattening hide text for privacy?
No. Flattened text is still in the file and can be selected and copied. To remove information for good, use Redact PDF. Turning pages into images (the second option) removes all selectable text, but the pictures still show everything on the page.
Are links kept?
Yes, when flattening forms and comments: links keep working. Turning pages into images removes links, along with all text.
Are my PDFs uploaded anywhere?
No. Your PDFs are opened and processed on your device, and the results are saved straight back to it. Nothing is uploaded. How to check.
Is it free? Do I need an account?
It is free to use and there is nothing to sign up for. There are no watermarks and no daily limits.
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