Docs & Productivity
PDF tools that run entirely in your browser. Merge, split, rotate, compress, convert, and compare documents without uploading files to any server.
These tools process your documents locally using your browser's computing power. That means your files never leave your device—important for tax returns, contracts, medical records, or anything sensitive. We use open-source PDF libraries so you can verify how they work. You might also find our Generate invoices, Create pay stubs and Track document subscriptions helpful for related calculations.
Docs & Productivity Guide
Last updated: February 16, 2026
Last updated: February 16, 2026
What you can do in Docs & Productivity
- •Merge multiple PDFs into a single document with custom page ordering
- •Split large PDFs into smaller files or extract specific page ranges
- •Rotate PDF pages individually or in bulk—fix sideways scans in seconds
- •Compress PDFs to reduce file size while preserving readability
- •Convert images (JPEG, PNG) to PDF format for archiving or sharing
- •Compare two PDF versions side-by-side to spot differences
- •All processing happens in your browser—no files uploaded to servers
Accuracy, assumptions, and sources
- •All PDF processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly libraries.
- •No files are uploaded to our servers—your documents never leave your device.
- •Browser memory limits how large a file you can process. Most modern browsers handle 100MB+ PDFs fine.
- •Compression ratios depend on PDF content—image-heavy PDFs compress more than text-only ones.
- •Some PDF features (complex forms, embedded fonts) may not survive all transformations perfectly.
- •We aim to minimize data retention; see our Privacy Policy for details.
Pick the right calculator fast
- If you need to combine multiple PDFs→PDF Merge / Split / Rotate
- If you want to reduce PDF file size→PDF Compress
- If you need to convert images to PDF→PDF Converter
- If you want to compare two PDF versions→PDF Compare
Common mistakes to avoid
- •Uploading sensitive documents to online PDF tools that store files on their servers (our tools don't do this).
- •Expecting huge compression gains from PDFs that are already optimized or text-only.
- •Forgetting to verify the output file before deleting the original.
- •Trying to process very large files (500MB+) on devices with limited memory.
- •Using high compression on documents where image quality matters (contracts, photos).
- •Not checking page order after merging—preview before saving.
- •Assuming all PDF tools are equal on privacy—many upload your files.
Editorial policy
- ✓All document processing runs locally in your browser—no server uploads.
- ✓We don't store, analyze, or access your documents.
- ✓Tools use open-source libraries (PDF-lib, pdf.js) for transparency.
- ✓We can't guarantee perfect conversion of every PDF feature—always verify output.
- ✓Your browser's memory is the main limitation, not our service.
- ✓Questions or issues? Contact hello@everydaybudd.com.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is my data safe when using PDF tools?
Yes. All PDF processing happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. No files are uploaded to servers or stored anywhere. Your documents never leave your device, ensuring complete privacy and security.
What's the maximum file size for PDF processing?
Our tools can handle PDFs up to several hundred MB, limited by your browser's memory. For very large files (>100MB), processing may take longer. All operations run on your device without server uploads.
How does PDF compression work?
Our PDF Compressor downsamples images, subsets fonts, and removes metadata—all locally in your browser. You control compression level (low, medium, high) to balance file size vs. quality without third-party services.
Can I merge different document types?
Our PDF Converter converts images (JPEG, PNG) and HTML to PDF format. Then use PDF Merge to combine them with existing PDFs. All processing is done locally for privacy.
Should I upload sensitive documents like tax returns or contracts?
Since processing happens entirely in your browser (nothing is uploaded), using our tools with sensitive documents is safe. However, always verify this by checking your network tab—you'll see no file uploads occur.
Why does PDF compression sometimes not reduce file size much?
PDFs that are already optimized or contain mostly text won't compress much further. Our tools work best on PDFs with large embedded images or redundant metadata. The compression preview shows expected savings before you commit.