Free Smallpdf Alternative — Private, In-browser PDF Tools
Smallpdf is polished but subscription-driven, and it uploads your files. ToolAnchor gives you the core PDF tools free and private, processed entirely on your device.
Last updated: July 2026
Smallpdf is polished but subscription-driven, and it uploads your files. ToolAnchor gives you the core PDF tools free and private, processed entirely on your device.
How they compare
| Feature | ToolAnchor | Smallpdf |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | ✅ Runs in your browser — files never uploaded | Files uploaded to their servers |
| Price | ✅ 100% free, no limits | Freemium — free tier is limited |
| Sign-up | ✅ None | Account needed for full features |
| Free tier limits | ✅ None | Two free tasks/hour, then Pro |
Why choose ToolAnchor
- No paywall after a couple of tasks — use it as much as you like.
- Files stay on your device instead of being uploaded.
- No account required.
The tools that replace Smallpdf
Compress PDF
Reduce PDF file size for free, right in your browser. Adjustable quality, no uploads — your file never leaves your device.
Merge PDF
Combine multiple PDF files into one document in any order — free, fast and 100% private. Files never leave your browser.
Split PDF
Extract pages or page ranges from a PDF into a new file — free, private and entirely in your browser. No uploads, no sign-up.
Rotate PDF
Rotate the pages of a PDF by 90°, 180° or 270° and download the fixed file. Free, private, runs entirely in your browser.
PDF to Images (JPG / PNG)
Convert each page of a PDF into a high-quality PNG image and download them. Free, private, in-browser — no uploads.
PDF to Text
Extract all text from a PDF and copy or download it. Free, private, in-browser PDF text extractor — no uploads.
JPG to PDF
Convert JPG, PNG and WebP images into a single PDF document — free and private, with no uploads. Reorder images before converting.
FAQ
Does it have a task limit like Smallpdf?
No — the in-browser PDF tools have no hourly or daily task limits.
Are my PDFs uploaded?
No, they're processed locally in your browser.