Most PDF changes are small: fill in a few words, fix a typo, hide a phone number, highlight a line, add a logo. Open your PDF here and use the tools on the right — click to type text anywhere, drag to white out or highlight, draw freehand, or drop in an image — then download the edited PDF. Everything runs in your browser, so contracts, ID documents and bank statements are never uploaded.
Tips for the best result
- To change existing words, cover them with White-out, then use Text to type the new words on top.
- Hiding private details? Use a Black cover and tick Flatten pages so the hidden text can't be copied out of the file.
- Need to rewrite whole paragraphs? Convert the PDF to Word, edit it there, and save it back as PDF.
How to edit PDF
- Click Select PDF file and choose your PDF.
- Pick a tool on the right: Text, White-out, Highlight, Box, Draw or Image.
- Click or drag on the page. Use the arrows above the page to move between pages.
- Click Save PDF and download your edited file.
Why use PDFNest to edit PDF
- Type anywhereAdd text in three fonts, any size or colour — even on forms that aren't fillable.
- White-out and redactCover mistakes in white or black out private details; flatten to make it permanent.
- Highlight, boxes and drawingMark up drafts and homework with a mouse, trackpad or finger.
- Nothing uploadedEditing happens on your device, so your documents stay private.
Frequently asked questions
How do I edit a PDF for free?
Open this page, select your PDF, choose a tool such as Text or White-out, click or drag on the page, and click Save PDF. There's no sign-up, no watermark and no limit on how often you use it.
Can I change the existing text in my PDF?
Not directly — PDFs store text as fixed positions, not editable paragraphs. The quick way is to cover the old words with White-out and type the new words on top with the Text tool. For bigger rewrites, convert the PDF to Word, edit it, and save it again as PDF.
How do I fill in a PDF form that isn't fillable?
Choose the Text tool and click on each line of the form to type your answers. Pick a smaller font size, such as 10 or 11, so the text fits the boxes.
Is white-out the same as redaction?
Not on its own. A white or black box hides text visually, but the original text can still be inside the file. Tick Flatten pages before saving: each page is turned into an image, so the covered text is truly gone.
Can I edit a PDF on my phone?
Yes. It works in Chrome and Safari on Android and iPhone. Tap to place text, drag with one finger to white out or highlight, and draw with your finger.
Does it support Hindi and other languages?
Yes. English text is added as real, selectable PDF text. Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, Arabic, Chinese and other scripts are drawn with your device's fonts and added as a sharp image, so they always display correctly.
Will editing add a watermark?
No. Your PDF downloads without any watermark or branding.
Are my files safe?
Yes. The editor runs entirely in your browser. Your PDF is never sent to our servers.
Step-by-step guide: How to edit a PDF for free
Read the guide