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Flatten a PDF

Turn filled-in form fields, comments and stamps into fixed page content so they print correctly and can't be changed by the next person who opens the file.

Runs in your browser. Your files never leave your device.

1. Add your PDF

One PDF, up to 100 MB. You can also drop it here.

Flatten PDF: how to use it

  1. 1Add your PDF.
  2. 2Tap Flatten PDF.
  3. 3Download the flattened copy.

When to flatten a PDF

Flatten a form after you've filled it in and before you send it, so your answers can't be edited by accident and look the same in every PDF reader. Flattening also fixes forms whose answers don't show up when printed or previewed on a phone, and it is a good last step after signing.

Text that is part of the page stays selectable. Only interactive parts, such as form fields, checkboxes, comments and highlights, are merged into the page.

Frequently asked questions

What does flattening a PDF do?

It turns form fields and annotations into ordinary page content, so they can no longer be edited.

Can I undo flattening?

Not in the flattened file. Keep the original if you might need to edit it later.

Will my text still be selectable?

Yes. Normal page text is unchanged.

Is my PDF uploaded?

No. The PDF is processed in your browser on your own device and never leaves it.

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