Smallpdf

Smallpdf is an online platform designed to work with PDF files. It offers various tools to modify, convert, compress, and edit documents in this format. The platform is accessible from any browser and requires no installation.

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• Compress PDF. Reduces PDF file size without significant quality loss. The tool analyzes content and optimizes images, fonts, and other elements to decrease document weight. Ideal for sending files via email or uploading to platforms with size limits.
• Convert PDF to Word. Transforms PDF documents into editable Microsoft Word files. Preserves original formatting, including tables, images, and text structure. Useful for modifying content without recreating the document from scratch.
• Convert Word to PDF. Converts DOC or DOCX files to PDF format while maintaining the original layout. Ensures compatibility across different devices and operating systems.
• Convert PDF to Excel. Extracts tables and data from PDF files and converts them into editable Excel spreadsheets. Preserves formulas and cell structure to facilitate work with numerical information.
• Convert JPG to PDF. Combines one or multiple images in JPG, PNG, or other formats into a single PDF document. Allows adjustment of orientation, margins, and output quality.
• Split PDF. Separates pages of a PDF document into individual files or extracts specific page ranges. Useful for sharing only relevant parts of a report or contract.
• Merge PDF. Combines multiple PDF files into a single document. Allows page reorganization and control over the order of merged files.
• Edit PDF. Adds text, images, shapes, or annotations to existing PDF documents. Includes options to change font, color, and size of inserted elements.
• Sign PDF. Inserts digital or handwritten signatures into legal documents or contracts. Offers tools to draw signatures directly or upload a previously created image.
• Protect PDF. Adds passwords and restrictions to PDF files to limit printing, editing, or copying of content. Uses AES-256 encryption for advanced security.
• Unlock PDF. Removes passwords from PDF documents when the user has permissions but needs to remove usage restrictions.
• OCR PDF. Recognizes text in images or scanned documents using OCR (Optical Character Recognition) technology. Converts non-editable content into selectable and searchable text.

Smallpdf was developed by the Swiss company Smallpdf AG, founded in 2013. The platform was created to simplify handling PDF files without requiring specialized software. It is written primarily in JavaScript, with a Node.js backend for cloud document processing. Since its launch, it has incorporated additional features based on the needs of business and individual users.

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