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: merge, split, convert, compress and more
All free, all private. Each tool runs locally in your browser, nothing is ever uploaded.
Organize
Combine PDFs in the order you want
OpenExtract page ranges into new files
OpenTurn selected pages
OpenDrag pages to rearrange
OpenRemove pages visually
OpenExport the pages you choose
OpenReorder, rotate and delete pages
OpenChange page size (A4, Letter)
OpenMultiple pages per sheet
OpenConvert
Convert images to PDF
OpenConvert pages to images
OpenConvert pages to PNG images
OpenConvert PDF to editable .docx
OpenSave embedded pictures
OpenCapture with your camera
OpenMake scans searchable
OpenTurn Markdown into a PDF
OpenConvert ebooks to PDF, on your device
OpenEdit & sign
Add text, images and shapes
OpenAdd your signature
OpenAdd text or image watermarks
OpenNumber your pages
OpenStamp sequential legal IDs
OpenTrim page margins
OpenPermanently remove content
OpenFill interactive forms
OpenLock form fields into the page
OpenSpot differences
OpenOptimize & secure
Shrink file size, keep quality
OpenPassword-protect a PDF
OpenRemove a known password
OpenDelete digital signatures & certificates
OpenStrip author, dates and hidden data
OpenConvert to black & white
OpenFix a damaged or unopenable PDF
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.