Guides

Working with documents, honestly explained.

How PDF operations actually work, what can go wrong, and how to keep sensitive documents private. More guides arrive as the tools they describe ship — never before.

• iLovePDF ran out of credits — what to use insteadHit the iLovePDF credit limit? This guide explains why the limit appears when it does and shows you five alternatives that let you convert files without counting credits.6 min read
• Smallpdf free limit reached — 5 alternativesSmallpdf limits free users to two tasks per hour. This guide compares five alternatives that handle PDF conversion without the hourly rate limit.7 min read
• Best free PDF converter with no sign-up requiredThe best free PDF converters work without an account — and the strongest never upload your file at all. A practical comparison on privacy, limits, and what each one actually covers.6 min read
• Merge PDF files free — no account, no limitMerging PDFs is a simple operation that should not require an account or subscription. This guide covers the best free options and how to merge PDFs correctly.7 min read
• The privacy problem with online file convertersOnline PDF converters handle sensitive documents but rarely explain how long they retain files or what they do with them. This guide explains the risks and how to evaluate a converter's privacy model.7 min read
• PDF to image: JPG vs PNG vs WebP — which to chooseTurning a PDF page into an image means picking a format. A practical comparison of JPG, PNG, and WebP on file size, sharpness, and compatibility — with measured numbers.5 min read
• How to remove hidden metadata from a PDFEvery PDF carries hidden metadata — author name, software, dates — that travels with the file. Here's what it is, why it matters, the trap most tools fall into, and how to strip it without uploading your file.5 min read
• How to crop a PDF (without uploading it)Crop the margins or borders off a PDF's pages in your browser — losslessly, without uploading the file. How cropping works, why it's not the same as redaction, and how to do it on every page at once.4 min read