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Flatten PDF

Merge form fields and annotations into the page.

Options

Only if the file is password-protected.

Add a file to begin.

How it works

  1. 1Upload your file — drag it in or pick it from your device.
  2. 2Choose the options you need; defaults work for most files.
  3. 3Press Process and watch the progress in real time.
  4. 4Download the result. Anonymous files are deleted shortly after.

What this tool does

  • Accepts: .pdf · one file at a time
  • Produces: pdf
  • Runs on: the pdf worker, in an isolated process with a 3-minute ceiling
  • Account: not required — daily anonymous limit applies
  • API: available as toolSlug: "flatten-pdf"

Questions

Why would I flatten a document?

To stop filled values being changed, and to make sure the document looks the same in readers that render form fields differently.

Can I undo it?

No. Flattening is one-way, so keep the interactive original if you may need it.

Security note

Files are checked to be what they claim (by content, not extension), processed in a sandboxed worker with no network, and deleted on the schedule your plan sets. We do not run antivirus and do not claim to — please do not upload files you do not trust. Read the security page.