An iLovePDF alternative that keeps files on your device
iLovePDF offers a broad set of PDF tools, but like most online editors it uploads your documents to its servers to process them. PDFMergely takes the opposite approach: the same common tasks run locally in your browser, so your file is never transmitted, stored, or exposed to anyone, including us.
PDFMergely vs iLovePDF
| PDFMergely | iLovePDF | |
|---|---|---|
| Where files are processed | On your device, in the browser | Uploaded to iLovePDF’s servers |
| Files leave your device | Never | Yes, on upload |
| Works offline | Yes, after the first visit | No |
| Sign-up to use core tools | Not required | Required for some features |
| Core tools (merge, split, rotate…) | Free | Limited free tier |
| Best for | Private and sensitive documents | General everyday use |
Why switch?
PDFMergely moves the code to your file instead of moving your file to the code. The PDF engine runs in your browser, there is no upload endpoint, and the core tools are free without an account. For anyone handling sensitive documents, that is a meaningful difference.
Every PDF tool you need
All free, all private. Each tool runs locally in your browser, nothing is ever uploaded.
Merge PDF
Combine PDFs in the order you want
OpenSplit PDF
Extract page ranges into new files
OpenCompress PDF
Shrink file size, keep quality
OpenRotate PDF
Turn selected pages
OpenReorder PDF
Drag pages to rearrange
OpenDelete Pages
Remove pages visually
OpenExtract Pages
Export the pages you choose
OpenWatermark PDF
Add text or image watermarks
OpenPage Numbers
Number your pages
OpenProtect PDF
Password-protect a PDF
OpenUnlock PDF
Remove a known password
OpenFrequently asked questions
How is PDFMergely different from iLovePDF?+
iLovePDF processes your files on its servers. PDFMergely processes them in your browser, so your files never leave your device.
Is it free and without sign-up?+
Yes. The core tools are free and require no account.
Which tools are available?+
Merge, split, compress, rotate, reorder, delete and extract pages, watermark, page numbers, protect and unlock.
Does it work on mobile?+
Yes, it runs in any modern mobile browser, no app to install.