PDF Reader

Open, read and search local PDFs. Works offline after preparation, without uploads.

Your PDF stays on this device.

Applies to this language and browser profile. Prepare again after clearing site data. PDFs are not saved.

Good to know

Open, read and search local PDFs. Works offline after preparation, without uploads.

Typical use cases

Read contracts and invoices

Open a local PDF and find amounts or terms with text search. The file is never uploaded.

Read documents on the move

Prepare the reader for offline use before travelling. You can then open other locally saved PDFs without internet access.

Tips for better results

Use the overview for long documents

Jump directly to a section using its page number, thumbnail or an existing bookmark.

Understand scans and protected PDFs

Scans without a text layer can be viewed but cannot be searched. Encrypted PDFs require the opening password.

How it works

Step by step

  1. 1

    Open PDF

    Drop a PDF here or choose a file

  2. 2

    Find text

    Browse the document, adjust zoom or search for a term in its existing text.

  3. 3

    Prepare for offline use

    Choose “Make available offline” and wait for “Ready offline”. You can then use a new tab without internet access.

Features

Your PDF stays on this device.

Applies to this language and browser profile. Prepare again after clearing site data. PDFs are not saved.

Frequently asked questions

Make available offline

Applies to this language and browser profile. Prepare again after clearing site data. PDFs are not saved.

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