Flatten PDF

Make form fields and annotations non-editable by flattening them into the PDF.

Click to select PDFs or drag and drop

Single or multiple PDF files supported

Your files never leave your device.

How to Flatten a PDF

1

Upload PDF(s)

Select one or more PDFs with forms or annotations you want to flatten.

2

Process

Click "Flatten PDF(s)" to convert interactive elements to static content.

3

Download

Get your flattened PDF(s) with all elements permanently embedded.

Why Use SwiftPDFLab to Flatten PDFs?

100% Private

Your PDFs never leave your device - complete privacy guaranteed.

Batch Processing

Flatten multiple PDFs at once to save time.

Preserve Appearance

Visual appearance stays the same - only editability changes.

Completely Free

No signup, no limits, no hidden costs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to flatten a PDF?

Flattening a PDF converts interactive elements like form fields, annotations, and comments into static, non-editable content. The visual appearance remains the same, but users can no longer modify or fill out the form fields.

Why would I want to flatten a PDF?

Flattening is useful when you want to preserve form data permanently, share a filled form without allowing changes, reduce file size, or ensure the document displays consistently across all viewers.

Can I flatten multiple PDFs at once?

Yes! SwiftPDFLab supports batch processing. You can upload multiple PDF files and flatten them all at once, saving you time when processing large numbers of documents.

Can I undo flattening?

No, flattening is permanent. Always keep a backup of your original PDF if you might need the editable version later.

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