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Merge lecture notes into one PDF
Combine slides, handouts, and your own notes into a single searchable PDF. Add bookmarks for each week, compress for easy storage, and OCR any scanned textbook pages so you can search and copy text.
Convert PDFs for assignments
Convert PDF lecture slides to Word so you can add your own notes, or convert your finished Word assignment to PDF before submitting. PDFly preserves formatting throughout — no weird font or layout changes.
Redact sensitive client info
Permanently remove SSNs, financial details, and privileged information from legal documents before sharing with opposing counsel or filing with the court. PDFly's redaction tool strips the data — not just covers it — ensuring compliance with attorney-client privilege and court filing requirements.
AI-powered contract review
Upload a 200-page contract and ask "What are the termination clauses?" or "Summarize the liability section." AI PDF Chat reads the entire document and gives precise answers with page references — reducing review time from hours to minutes.
HIPAA-compliant patient records
Process patient records, insurance forms, and medical charts without uploading them to any server. PDFly's 100% client-side processing means PHI never leaves your device — making it inherently HIPAA-compliant. No BAA needed.
OCR scanned medical documents
Convert scanned patient intake forms, lab results, and referral letters into searchable text. PDFly's OCR supports medical terminology and preserves table structures — making records instantly searchable and copyable.
Create polished proposals
Merge your cover letter, portfolio, and pricing sheets into one professional PDF. Add a watermark with your company logo, compress for email, and password-protect before sending to clients. All in minutes, all for free.
Batch process invoices
Got 50 invoices to compress and watermark? Use Batch Processing to apply the same operations to all files at once. Download a ZIP with all results — saving hours of repetitive work at month-end.
Generate API documentation PDFs
Convert HTML docs to PDF for offline reference. Merge multiple API endpoint docs into a single searchable manual with bookmarks. Add a "DRAFT" watermark during development, then remove it for the final release.
Strip metadata from code docs
Before sharing internal documentation externally, strip all metadata — author names, edit history, internal software versions — to prevent information leakage. PDFly's metadata remover ensures no traces of your dev environment remain.
Create media kits & press releases
Combine brand guidelines, product images, and company stats into a polished media kit PDF. Add watermarks for "EMBARGOED" press releases, compress for email distribution, and convert to images for social media snippets.
Optimize PDFs for web download
Compress whitepapers and case studies for fast web downloads. Linearize PDFs for "Fast Web View" so the first page loads instantly. Strip metadata to reduce size and protect internal analytics data from leaking.
Secure financial reports
Password-protect quarterly earnings, audit reports, and tax documents with AES-256 encryption. Set owner passwords to prevent printing or copying. Redact account numbers before sharing with external auditors.
Convert financial statements to Excel
Extract tables and data from PDF financial statements into Excel for further analysis. PDFly preserves table structures and number formatting — no manual data entry needed. Perfect for budget analysis and forecasting.
Assemble closing document packages
Merge purchase agreements, inspection reports, title documents, and disclosures into one clean PDF package. Password-protect client financials and compress for email to lenders, buyers, and escrow agents.
Redact client info from listings
Before sharing property documents publicly, redact seller names, account numbers, and personal financial details. PDFly's redaction permanently removes data — not just covers it — ensuring privacy compliance for public records.
Build onboarding packets
Combine employment contracts, tax forms, benefits enrollment, and company policies into a single organized PDF. Add bookmarks for each section so new hires can navigate easily. Compress for email delivery.
Process resumes at scale
Convert batches of PDF resumes to Word for easy editing and comparison. OCR scanned resumes to make them searchable. Split multi-candidate PDF files into individual files for each applicant.
Digitize and redact public records
OCR scanned government forms and applications into searchable text. Redact personal information from FOIA responses before public release. Convert applications to Word for digital form completion.
Archive compliance documents
Convert regulatory filings to PDF/A for long-term archiving. Merge multi-part submissions into single packages. Add watermarks indicating filing status and password-protect confidential sections.
Package claims documentation
Merge photos, police reports, repair estimates, and claim forms into a single organized PDF. Compress large image-heavy files for email submission. Add watermarks with claim numbers for tracking.
Redact PII from policy documents
Before sharing policies with brokers or third parties, permanently redact SSNs, medical history, and financial details. PDFly processes everything client-side — no sensitive data ever leaves your device.
Merge blueprints and spec sheets
Combine architectural drawings, engineering specs, and material schedules into one comprehensive PDF. Compress large CAD-exported files for email. Split multi-project documents into per-site packages.
OCR scanned permit applications
Convert scanned permit forms, inspection reports, and safety certificates into searchable text. Extract data from handwritten field notes. Merge with digital plans for complete project records.
Generate report cards & transcripts
Convert LMS exports to PDF report cards. Merge multiple semester transcripts into a single academic record. Add watermarks for "UNOFFICIAL" copies and password-protect official versions for student privacy.
Create searchable lesson archives
OCR handwritten lesson plans and scanned worksheets into searchable text. Merge an entire semester's materials into one organized PDF with bookmarks for each week. Compress for sharing with substitute teachers.
Build client portfolios
Merge your resume, project case studies, and testimonials into one polished portfolio PDF. Add your logo as a watermark, compress for email, and password-protect to control who sees your rates.
Organize invoices & receipts
Convert JPG receipts to PDF, merge them with invoices by month, and compress for tax season. Batch process all your 1099s and expense documents into one organized tax package.
Create winning sales proposals
Merge case studies, pricing sheets, and SOWs into one professional proposal. Add your company watermark, compress for email, and password-protect confidential pricing. Update proposals in minutes, not hours.
Manage contract revisions
Split multi-section MSAs into individual contract components for redlining. Merge redlined versions back together. Redact competitor pricing from shared documents and protect final contracts before e-signature.
Prepare audit packages
Merge ledgers, receipts, bank statements, and supporting documents into one organized audit PDF. Add bookmarks for each category. Compress large packages and password-protect before sending to auditors.
Extract data from tax forms
Convert PDF tax forms to Excel for data analysis and reconciliation. OCR scanned receipts and 1099s for searchable text. Batch process client documents at tax season — saving hours of manual data entry.
Compile grant applications
Merge narrative proposals, budgets, board lists, and supporting docs into one polished grant PDF. Add bookmarks for each section. Compress for portal uploads with file size limits and protect confidential financial data.
Create annual impact reports
Combine program outcomes, financial summaries, donor lists, and photos into a compelling annual report PDF. Convert to images for social media sharing. Watermark with your logo and compress for email to donors.
End-to-end workflows for common tasks
See how PDFly tools chain together to solve real document challenges.
The Contract Review Workflow
The Assignment Submission Workflow
The Patient Records Workflow
Find your workflow
Whatever your profession, PDFly has the tools to make document work effortless.