PDF AI · PRACTICAL GUIDE
Flatten PDF: how to process a PDF online
Rasterize pages to preserve their visual appearance.
Open this tool◉ Pages are processed in your browser; images are sent to the site over HTTPS to assemble the PDF without persistent storage.
What the tool does
Rasterize pages to preserve their visual appearance. Useful when you need this document operation without installing a desktop editor. Keep an untouched source copy and decide which parts of the result need manual review.
When it is useful
Useful when you need this document operation without installing a desktop editor. Keep an untouched source copy and decide which parts of the result need manual review.
Add a document, review the options, and create a new file.
How to process a file
- Choose the source file on your device.
- Review the options and start processing.
- Review the result and download it when it looks right.
Things to know
Each page becomes an image. This fixes its visible appearance but disables text search and copying.
This article describes the current PDF AI build. Check the output on a copy before relying on it for important work.
Frequently asked questions
Is my file uploaded to cloud storage?
Pages are processed in your browser; the resulting images are sent to this site over HTTPS to assemble the PDF in memory without persistent storage.
Will the original layout always be preserved?
Not always. Office conversions carry over extracted text and some tables; complex layouts and graphics can change. Review the output before sharing it.