High-Quality Tool to Annotate PDF Files
Save time and annotate PDF documents on any device instantly with online PDF annotation tool — no downloads required.
Supports PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, PNG
Files stay private
I’ve used this tool on my phone and laptop. Really convenient for annotating PDF files last minute!
John Thompson
Legal assistant, uses pdf.net daily
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Supports PDF, DOC, DOCX, JPG, PNG
Files stay private
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I managed to change text, annotate the file, reorganize pages, and convert my document from and to PDF, all with a single editing tool. Just amazing.
Latoya Jenkins
Head of Accounting
How to annotate PDF files
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Upload your PDF file
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Draw, highlight, or add notes to it
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Download the edited file
Why people prefer pdf.net
Simple and easy for daily use
Our online PDF editor features a clean, intuitive, and user-friendly interface designed for amateurs and professionals alike. You can navigate it with ease and edit your PDF file, even if you’ve never done it before.
All-in-one PDF editor
Our editor offers a robust and comprehensive set of features that allow you to customize your documents, merge them, sign them, and much more. No need to transfer your files between several applications anymore.
Keeping formatting without issues
No more messy documents and inconsistent formatting across multiple systems or devices. Our online PDF editor is cross-platform compatible and maintains uniformity whether you’re using a PC, MacOS, smartphone, or tablet.
People all over the world trust pdf.net to edit their docs
I used many online editors, but this is the first one that consistently maintained formatting when I converted PDF into DOC and PNG files.
Astrid Larsen
Freelance graphic designer
I used many online editors, but this is the first one that consistently maintained formatting when I converted PDF into DOC and PNG files.
Astrid Larsen
Freelance graphic designer
This editor instantly became my go-to for PDFs because it makes adding and rewriting text easy and intuitive.
Rajesh Patel
Student at UCLA
I had a long PDF file that I needed to split into ten shorter documents. This online PDF editor helped me do that in under five minutes.
Wei Zhang
Provides tax consulting services
I had half an hour to edit and sign one PDF before sending it to the client, and this tool saved my day.
Maria Hernandez
Real estate agent
Frequently asked questions
Are my PDF files secure when using this tool?
Your PDF files are secure when using this PDF annotator, as our servers are protected by the latest end-to-end encryptions to ensure complete privacy.
Can I undo or delete annotations after adding them?
You can undo or delete annotations after adding them as long as you have not downloaded the file yet. If you accidentally download a file with annotation mistakes, simply re-upload it to our online PDF editor to remove them.
Can I annotate multiple PDFs at once?
You can’t annotate multiple PDFs at once and would need to upload each file separately.
Is there a limit to the number of pages I can annotate?
There’s no limit to the number of pages you can annotate; however, we have a 20 MB file size limit for the documents you can upload on our site. So, as long as your file meets this limit, it doesn’t matter how many pages it contains.
How do I edit or move an existing annotation?
To edit or move an existing annotation, you need a tool that can edit and annotate PDFs, meaning a simple annotator won’t be enough. Fortunately, pdf.net has both a PDF editor and an annotation tool that you can use to update your file.
Will my annotations be visible on all PDF readers?
Not all your annotations will be visible on PDF readers, as some applications don’t support the standard markups and highlights on PDF files.
How do I remove annotations from a PDF?
To remove annotations from a PDF, you can use pdf.net’s online tool for annotating documents and editing PDF files. After uploading your file, simply select and delete the annotation you want to remove and then download the updated document.
Is it possible to annotate scanned PDF documents?
It’s possible to annotate scanned PDF documents with pdf.net; all you need to do is follow the same steps for annotating regular PDF files.
Can I annotate encrypted or password-protected PDFs?
You can’t annotate encrypted or password-protected PDFs. Instead, you would need to save its contents in a separate file and add your annotations there.
Can I use pdf.net on a Mac, Linux, or smartphone?
You can use pdf.net on a Mac, Linux, or smartphone to annotate PDFs online. As a cloud-based platform, pdf.net can be accessed on virtually any device or browser with an internet connection.