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How to merge PDFs without uploading them
Combine several PDFs into one file in your browser, in the order you choose. Nothing leaves your device.
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Most online mergers upload your files to a server. For a contract, a bank statement or an ID scan, that is a risk you do not need. The merge PDF tool joins the files on your own device: the PDFs are never sent anywhere, and you do not need an account.
Steps
- Open Merge PDF and drop in two or more PDFs.
- Drag the files into the order you want, or use the arrows. Remove a file with the x.
- Click Merge and download the combined PDF.
Good to know
- Pages are copied as they are. Text stays selectable and images keep their quality.
- There is no watermark and no page limit. Very large files depend on your device's memory.
- A password-protected PDF cannot be merged directly: remove the password first.
Common uses
- A job application: cover letter, CV and certificates in one file.
- An expense report: invoices and receipts in one document for your accountant.
- Study material: lecture notes and scans in one file.
If the order is still wrong after merging, fix it with Organize PDF pages. To add a contents page at the front, use Merge with a table of contents.
Next: Split a PDF into parts.