Whether you need to combine multiple documents into a single PDF for a job application, split a large PDF into individual pages, or extract specific pages from a report — you do not need Adobe Acrobat or any paid software.
You can do it all for free, right in your browser, without uploading your files to anyone's server.
Merge PDFs Right Now
Use our free PDF Split & Merge tool:
- Drag and drop your PDF files into the tool
- Reorder them by dragging (put them in the sequence you want)
- Click Merge and download your combined PDF
That is it. Your files never leave your device — everything runs in your browser.
Split a PDF
Same tool, different mode:
- Upload the PDF you want to split
- Select the pages you want to extract (e.g., pages 1-3, or just page 5)
- Click Split and download
Common Splitting Tasks
| Task | How |
|---|---|
| Extract one page | Select just that page number |
| Split into individual pages | Select "All pages" → split |
| Remove a page | Select all pages except the one you want removed → merge |
| Extract a chapter | Select the page range (e.g., pages 10-25) |
When Do You Need to Merge PDFs?
- Job applications: Combine resume, cover letter, and references into one file
- School assignments: Merge multiple documents into a single submission
- Tax documents: Combine W-2s, 1099s, and receipts
- Contracts: Merge signed pages back into the original document
- Portfolios: Combine project samples into one presentation
- Invoices: Merge monthly invoices into a quarterly summary
How to Merge PDFs on Every Device
In Your Browser (Any Device)
Visit our PDF Split & Merge tool. Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, Android, Chromebook — anything with a browser.
Windows (Built-in)
Windows does not have a built-in PDF merger. Your options:
- Browser tool (recommended) — our PDF tool or similar
- Microsoft Print to PDF — open all files, print each to PDF in order (clunky)
Mac (Built-in with Preview)
- Open the first PDF in Preview
- View → Thumbnails (show the sidebar)
- Drag other PDF files into the sidebar where you want them inserted
- File → Export as PDF
iPhone/iPad
- Open the Files app
- Select multiple PDFs (long press → Select → tap each)
- Tap the Share button → "Create PDF"
Android
No built-in option. Use our PDF Split & Merge in Chrome.
Convert Images to PDF
Need to turn photos or scanned documents into a PDF? Use our Image to PDF tool:
- Drop your JPG/PNG images
- Drag to reorder
- Set page size and margins
- Download as a single PDF
Great for:
- Scanning documents with your phone camera
- Creating photo albums
- Submitting image-based assignments as PDF
Tips for Smaller PDF Files
Large PDFs can be a problem for email attachments (most email limits: 25 MB) and online submissions.
Before merging:
- Resize images to reasonable dimensions before including them — use our Image Resizer
- Use JPG instead of PNG for photos (5-10x smaller)
- Scan documents at 200-300 DPI, not 600 DPI
After merging:
- If the PDF is still too large, print it to a new PDF with reduced quality settings
- Remove unnecessary pages before merging
Privacy and Security
Many online PDF tools upload your files to their servers. This means:
- Your documents are on someone else's computer
- They could be stored, analyzed, or leaked
- Confidential documents (tax forms, contracts, medical records) should never be uploaded to random websites
Our PDF Split & Merge tool processes everything in your browser using JavaScript. Your files never leave your device. No upload, no server, no risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a page limit? Our tool can handle PDFs with hundreds of pages. Very large files (100+ MB) may be slow on older devices.
Can I merge password-protected PDFs? You need to unlock them first. If you know the password, open the PDF, enter the password, then use the tool.
Will the merged PDF keep bookmarks and links? Basic merge preserves page content. Advanced features like bookmarks may not transfer in browser-based tools.
Can I merge different page sizes? Yes — each page keeps its original size. An A4 page and a Letter page can coexist in the same PDF.
Try It Now
- PDF Split & Merge — combine or split PDFs in your browser
- Image to PDF — convert images into a PDF document