Edit PDF text in 4 steps
- Open the free PDF editor and select Choose PDF.
- Make sure Edit text is selected, then tap the word you want to change.
- Type the new text. The original font size, style and position are kept automatically.
- Select Apply, then Download PDF.
Rewrite a whole paragraph
To change more than a word, tap any word in the paragraph and choose Edit whole paragraph. The full paragraph opens in an edit box where you can type freely and press Enter for new lines. The text wraps automatically to the paragraph's width, much like in Word.
Add new text anywhere
Choose Add text, tap the spot on the page and type. You can drag the text box to move it, and pull its corner to set a width so long text wraps neatly. This is useful for filling in forms, dates and names.
Why use a free online PDF editor that works locally?
- Private: your PDF is processed in your browser and is never uploaded to a server.
- Free: no subscription, no trial, no watermark on the downloaded file.
- No install: works in Chrome, Edge, Safari and Firefox on computer and phone.
Good to know
Scanned PDFs are pictures of pages, so their words can't be edited directly. You can still add new text on top. If an edited paragraph becomes longer, it may overlap the text below; open the next paragraph with Edit whole paragraph and drag it down to make room.
No sign-up, no watermark, and your file never leaves your device.
Frequently asked questions
Can I edit a PDF for free without signing up?
Yes. BLACKLINE PDF is free to use with no account, no trial and no watermark. Open your PDF, make changes and download it.
Is it safe to edit private PDFs online?
Your PDF is opened and processed locally in your browser. It is not uploaded to a BLACKLINE PDF server.
Is this a free alternative to Adobe Acrobat?
For common tasks such as editing text, adding text, merging, signing, highlighting and rotating pages, yes. Advanced features like OCR or form creation are not included.