We Hate PDFs Too.

So we built the tool we always wished existed - fast, private, and completely free. No ads, no sign-ups, no nonsense.

iHatePDF started as a side project born out of frustration. Every time we needed to compress, convert, or merge a PDF, we hit the same wall - slow websites, intrusive ads, forced sign-ups, and vague promises about file privacy. We knew how to build something better. So we did.

We are a small, independent team based in the European Union - building tools we actually use ourselves, with privacy and simplicity at the core of every decision.

Based in Europe
GDPR is not a checkbox for us - it is our baseline standard.
Privacy First
Files deleted within 35 minutes. Always. No exceptions.
Built for Speed
Powered by Ghostscript and qpdf - enterprise-grade engines.
Always Improving
We ship fixes and new tools weekly based on user feedback.
Free by Principle
Core tools are free and will stay free. No bait-and-switch.
Real Support
Send us a message. A real person reads and responds to every one.

How does it work?

Upload and process your document online within seconds.

1
Upload your file
Click "Tap to add document" or drag and drop your PDF. Files up to 80MB supported.
2
Edit or convert
Choose your tool - merge, split, compress, convert, sign, or edit. Fast and simple.
3
Download instantly
Click Download to save your processed file. No signup, no watermark, no waiting.

The Numbers

30+
Free Tools
< 30min
File Retention
0
Accounts Required
250MB
Max File Size

Frequently Asked Questions

Security, privacy, and technical details.

Want to get in touch?

Bug report, feature idea, or just a hello - we read everything.

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