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Clear, step-by-step answers for everyday PDF jobs — and how to do them without handing your documents to a server.

How-to·2 min read

How to Resize a Photo to 20 KB or 50 KB for Online Forms (Free)

To resize a photo to 20 KB or 50 KB, open Resize image to KB, add your photo, pick the size limit and click Resize. The tool lowers the JPG quality step by step until the file fits, and only shrinks the picture if it has to. It runs on your phone, so nothing is uploaded.

12 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Make a Passport Size Photo (35×45 mm) at Home — Free

Make a 35×45 mm passport size photo from any picture, at 300 DPI, ready to upload or print 8 copies on a 4×6 sheet. Tips for background, lighting and printing.

12 November 2026

Guides·2 min read

Photo and Signature Size for SSC, UPSC, IBPS, NEET and PAN (Guide)

Typical photo and signature sizes in pixels and KB for SSC, UPSC, IBPS, NTA (NEET, JEE, CUET) and PAN applications — and a one-tap way to resize yours on your phone.

11 November 2026

Guides·2 min read

Why Is My PDF So Large? 6 Common Causes and Fixes

High-resolution images, embedded fonts, scans and hidden data make PDFs heavy. Find out what's inflating your file and how to shrink it safely.

10 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Compress a PDF to 100 KB, 200 KB or 500 KB (Free, No Upload)

Portals for exams, jobs, scholarships and government services often cap uploads at 100–500 KB. Here's how to hit the exact size without making your documents unreadable.

10 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Get a Clean Signature on a White Background From Your Phone

Sign on paper, take a photo and turn it into a crisp black or blue signature on pure white — or a transparent PNG for documents. Free and private.

10 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Add Name and Date on Your Photo for UPSC

UPSC asks for the candidate's name and the date the photo was taken on the photograph. Add them neatly in a white strip below your photo — free, on your phone.

9 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Put Aadhaar Front and Back in One PDF (on One Page)

Many forms ask for Aadhaar front and back in a single PDF or on a single page. Here's how to do it from photos or scans in under a minute — free and private.

8 November 2026

Guides·2 min read

Pixels, CM and DPI Explained: Resize an Image for Any Form

Forms ask for sizes in pixels, cm, mm or inches. Learn how they relate through DPI, convert between them, and resize your image exactly — free and offline.

8 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Rotate PDF Pages and Save Them That Way

Fix sideways or upside-down pages for good. Rotate a whole PDF or just selected pages by 90°, 180° or 270°, then save — free and without uploading.

7 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

e-Aadhaar PDF Password: What It Is and How to Remove It

Downloaded your e-Aadhaar and it's asking for a password? Here's the password format UIDAI uses, how to open the file, and how to save an unlocked copy safely.

6 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Split a PDF Into Separate Pages or Ranges

Split a PDF into single pages, custom page ranges or size-limited parts. Free, private and fast — step-by-step instructions with examples.

5 November 2026

Privacy·2 min read

How to Mask Your Aadhaar Number in a PDF Before Sharing

Hotels, landlords and offices often ask for an Aadhaar copy. Share a masked version that hides the first 8 digits — here's how to do it properly, not just cover it.

4 November 2026

Guides·2 min read

Local vs Cloud PDF Tools: What's the Difference?

Cloud PDF tools upload your files to a server; local tools process them on your device. Compare privacy, speed, limits and offline use to pick the right one.

3 November 2026

Guides·2 min read

Is an Electronic Signature on a PDF Valid in India?

Offer letters, NDAs, rent forms and consent letters are increasingly signed as PDFs. Here's what Indian law says, when a typed or drawn signature is enough, and when you need Aadhaar eSign or a DSC.

2 November 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Convert PDF to Word Without Uploading

Turn a PDF into an editable DOCX file in your browser. What converts well, what doesn't, and how to handle scanned PDFs — all without uploading your document.

1 November 2026

Guides·2 min read

Preparing Documents for Government Exam Forms: A PDF Checklist

Applying through UPSC, SSC, IBPS, NTA or state PSC portals? Get your certificates, caste and income proofs, and ID scans in the right PDF format and size the first time.

31 October 2026

How-to·2 min read

Bank Statement PDF for Loan or Visa: Unlock, Merge and Compress

Lenders, embassies and landlords ask for 3–12 months of bank statements as one PDF. Here's how to unlock, combine, trim and shrink your statements without sharing them with another website.

29 October 2026

Privacy·2 min read

Is It Safe to Upload Aadhaar or PAN to Online PDF Tools?

Most free PDF websites upload your files to their servers. Here's what that means for Aadhaar, PAN and bank documents, what India's DPDP Act changes, and how to check a tool is truly local.

27 October 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Convert JPG Photos to a Single PDF

Turn phone photos, receipts and scans into one tidy PDF. Choose page size and margins, reorder images, and convert without uploading your pictures.

21 October 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Delete Pages From a PDF (Free, No Upload)

Remove blank, duplicate or unwanted pages from a PDF by clicking thumbnails or typing page ranges. Free, private and works in any browser.

14 October 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Password-Protect a PDF in Your Browser

Lock a PDF with a password using AES-256 encryption, choose what readers can do, and share it safely. Free, no upload, works on any device.

7 October 2026

Privacy·2 min read

How to Redact a PDF Properly (Black Boxes Aren't Enough)

Drawing a black box over text doesn't remove it. Learn how real PDF redaction works, how to redact safely for free, and how to check nothing is left behind.

30 September 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Sign a PDF for Free, Without an Account

Add your signature to a PDF in under a minute — type, draw or upload it, place it on the page and download. No sign-up, no watermark, nothing uploaded.

23 September 2026

Privacy·2 min read

Is It Safe to Upload PDFs to Online Converters?

What really happens to your files when you upload them to free PDF websites, the risks for IDs and bank statements, and how local, in-browser tools avoid them.

16 September 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Compress a PDF for Email (Without Ruining It)

Shrink a PDF so it fits under email attachment limits while keeping text sharp. Learn which compression level to choose and why scanned PDFs shrink the most.

9 September 2026

How-to·2 min read

How to Merge PDF Files Without Uploading Them

Combine several PDFs into one file directly in your browser. No upload, no sign-up, no watermark — step-by-step instructions plus tips for ordering and file size.

4 November 2026