Question 1

Is iHatePDF really free?

Accepted Answer

Yes! All core tools are completely free to use. No signup required, no hidden charges. We may offer optional premium features in the future, but the essentials will always be free.

Question 2

Are my files safe and private?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Your files are processed on our secure servers and deleted immediately after processing. We never store, share, or sell your documents or personal data.

Question 3

Are company files safe with your service?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All uploads use HTTPS/SSL and we apply additional encryption for further privacy. These steps satisfy most corporate data privacy policies. We comply with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), one of the strictest standards in the world.

Question 4

Do you display ads?

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We currently do not display intrusive ads. We may use minimal, non-intrusive advertising in the future to help keep the service free, but we will never compromise your experience or privacy.

Question 5

What file size is supported?

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Limits vary by tool. Most editing tools accept 80 MB per file without an account, 100 MB with a free account. Specific limits are listed on each tool page.

Question 6

Do I need to create an account?

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No account needed. Simply upload your file, process it, and download the result. It's that simple.

Question 7

How long are my files stored on your servers?

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Files are automatically deleted immediately after processing. We do not retain any copies of your documents on our servers.

Question 8

Do you keep a copy of my processed files?

Accepted Answer

No. Your files are yours alone. While they are on our servers they are strictly secured and inaccessible to anyone else, and they are removed for good once you have downloaded them. We never check, copy, or analyse your files.

Question 9

What PDF tools do you offer?

Accepted Answer

We offer 30+ tools including Merge, Split, Compress, Convert (Word, JPG, PPT, Excel), Edit, Sign, Protect, Rotate, Watermark, OCR, and AI-powered tools.

Question 10

Is iHatePDF GDPR compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We process files securely and delete them immediately. We collect no personal data unless you contact us directly. Your privacy is our priority.

Question 11

What are your system requirements?

Accepted Answer

Very basic. iHatePDF runs in any modern browser - Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. If you ever hit an issue on the download screen, switching your browser to Incognito or Private mode usually fixes it.

Question 12

Do you support batch processing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Sign in to your free account to batch up to 4 files at once (300 MB total). Single file jobs always work without an account.

Question 13

What is workflow ready?

Accepted Answer

Workflow ready means once your output is generated, you can send it straight into another tool - compress, sign, merge, split, convert - without re-uploading. We support workflow in most of our tools.

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