There are times when you need to swiftly eliminate certain pages from a PDF or combine it with another file, tasks that don’t necessarily warrant the expense of an Adobe Acrobat subscription. That’s where PDF Barber shines, offering a range of free tools for basic PDF edits, such as splitting files, rearranging pages, and adding digital signatures.

This platform has become a favorite for several reasons. Firstly, it’s completely free, devoid of any intrusive advertisements. Secondly, it operates fully offline, which means your PDF files remain on your device instead of being uploaded to the internet. “Every split, every conversion, every task is completed entirely within your browser,” states the website. To see this in action, simply disable your Wi-Fi after loading a tool—everything will still function seamlessly.

Getting Started with PDF Barber

To begin, visit the site and select the tool that fits your needs. Options typically include splitting one PDF into two separate files, merging multiple PDFs, rotating existing pages, reorganizing the content of a PDF, and extracting individual pages. For more advanced tasks, you can also add your signature, insert QR codes, eliminate interactive elements, apply watermarks, and compress images.

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Using the Tools

Once you’ve selected a tool, you can easily drag any PDF file from your computer into the interface—keep in mind that the file should not exceed 50MB. Unlike traditional upload processes, you’ll immediately see the pages of your PDF, enabling quick modifications. For instance, if utilizing the split feature, you can select which pages to include in each new PDF using checkboxes or by opting for odd or even pages.

Finalizing Your Edits

Upon completing your modifications, it’s simple to save the newly created documents directly to your computer. The entire process is user-friendly and quick, making it an invaluable tool to bookmark for those infrequent occasions when PDF editing is necessary.