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Add text to a PDF

Type onto a PDF and position it, without uploading the file.

Files never leave your device · No upload · Free
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Whether you are filling a flat form, adding a note or correcting a detail, you often just need to place some text on a PDF. This tool lets you type it and drag it exactly where it goes, all in your browser, so the document is never uploaded.

How to add text to a PDF

  1. 1

    Add your PDF

    Drop in the document you want to write on.

  2. 2

    Add your text

    Type the text and drag it into position; click to edit it.

  3. 3

    Save and download

    Download the edited PDF, produced on your device.

Why add text on your device

Writing on a document in the browser keeps it local, so nothing is uploaded just to add a line of text.

Frequently asked questions

Can I place text anywhere?+

Yes, add text boxes anywhere on any page and drag them into position.

Is my document uploaded?+

No. Editing runs in your browser, so the file never leaves your device.

Can I also add a signature?+

Yes, use the Sign PDF tool to add a drawn or typed signature.

Is it free?+

Yes, with no sign-up.

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