Most "free" PDF websites upload your documents to their servers to process them. That means your private contracts, tax forms, and ID scans sit on someone else's computer — often in another country. PDFforge never does this. Every tool here runs entirely inside your web browser using modern JavaScript. Your files are read from your device, processed in memory, and handed straight back to you. Nothing is ever sent anywhere.

What that means for you

Genuine privacy. Sensitive documents stay on your machine. There is no server to leak them.
No limits. No 3-file-per-day cap, no "upgrade to Pro" wall, no watermarks.
Speed. No slow upload/download round-trip — everything happens locally and instantly.
Works offline. Once the page loads, you can even disconnect from the internet and it still works.

Frequently asked questions

Are my files really never uploaded?

Correct. There is no upload step. You can confirm this yourself by opening your browser's Network tab — you'll see your file is never transmitted. All processing uses your device's own resources.

Is PDFforge free?

Yes, completely. The site is supported by unobtrusive display ads, which is why we can keep every tool free with no limits or sign-up.

Do I need to install anything?

No. Everything works in your regular web browser on desktop or mobile. There's nothing to download or install.

What file types are supported?

PDF files for the PDF tools, and JPG & PNG for the image tools. More formats are on the way.