Free PDF Tools All-in-One Desktop PDF Toolkit
Merge, split, compress, protect, and convert PDFs — all offline on your computer. No file uploads, no size limits, no watermarks.
PDF Manipulation
Merge PDFs
Combine multiple PDF files into a single document. Drag to reorder pages before merging.
Learn more →Split PDF
Split a PDF into separate files by page range, individual pages, or fixed intervals.
Learn more →Extract Pages
Extract specific pages from a PDF and save them as a new document.
Remove Pages
Delete unwanted pages from a PDF without affecting the rest of the document.
Learn more →Rotate Pages
Rotate individual pages or all pages in a PDF by 90, 180, or 270 degrees.
Learn more →Security & Branding
Protect PDF
Add password protection and encryption to your PDFs. Restrict printing, copying, and editing.
Learn more →Unlock PDF
Remove password protection from PDFs you own. Enter the password once and save an unlocked copy.
Learn more →Redact PDF
Permanently remove sensitive text — emails, phone numbers, and custom terms — so it can't be copied or recovered.
Learn more →Add Watermark
Add text or image watermarks to PDF pages. Customize position, opacity, and rotation.
Add Page Numbers
Insert page numbers into your PDF. Choose position, format, and starting number.
Utilities
PDF Info
View detailed metadata — page count, file size, author, creation date, and security settings.
How FileHop Compares
| Feature | iLovePDF | Smallpdf | FileHop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Privacy | Cloud upload | Cloud upload | 100% local |
| Free Tier Limits | Limited | Limited | Unlimited |
| Offline Support | No | No | Yes |
| Price | $9/mo | $15/mo | Free |
When You Need PDF Tools
Real scenarios where FileHop's offline PDF tools solve a specific problem.
PDF too large to email
Gmail caps at 25MB, Outlook at 10MB. Compress contracts and reports to fit.
Learn more →PDF too large for Slack or Jira
Jira (10MB), Confluence (10MB), Notion (5MB) reject large PDFs.
Learn more →Court e-filing size limits
CM/ECF and other systems cap document sizes. Compress, merge, and protect filings.
Learn more →Visa application documents
Embassy portals have strict 1-2MB limits. Compress and merge without uploading.
Learn more →Combine images into one PDF
Portals want single PDF, not 15 separate images. Combine photos into one document.
Learn more →Government portal document limits
UPSC, SSC, and state portals restrict to 100KB-500KB. Compress certificates to fit.
Learn more →Ready to Work with PDFs Offline?
Download FileHop and get access to every PDF tool — free, private, and unlimited.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are FileHop's PDF tools really free?
Yes. All PDF tools are free with no file size limits, no watermarks, and no daily usage caps.
Do my PDFs get uploaded to a server?
No. Every operation runs locally on your computer. Your files never leave your device.
Can I merge PDFs offline?
Yes. All PDF tools work completely offline — no internet connection required.
What's the maximum PDF file size?
There is no limit. FileHop processes files locally, so you're only limited by your disk space.
Can I compress a PDF below a specific size?
Yes. FileHop lets you target specific sizes like 1 MB, 2 MB, or 5 MB with dedicated compression presets.
Is password-protecting a PDF secure?
Yes. FileHop uses AES-256 encryption when you protect a PDF. The password never leaves your machine.
Which platforms are supported?
FileHop is available for macOS and Windows. Download the version for your operating system.
How does FileHop compare to iLovePDF or Smallpdf?
Unlike cloud-based tools, FileHop processes everything locally — faster, more private, and with no file size limits. See the comparison table above.