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Turn compatible editable form fields into fixed page content so you can share a final copy that is harder to modify by accident.
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Flatten PDF forms
Turn compatible editable fields into fixed page content so you can share a non-editable form copy.
Flattens compatible AcroForm fields. It does not remove passwords, digital signatures or every PDF annotation.
How to use this tool
- Upload the form Select a completed PDF with AcroForm fields.
- Check the fields The tool reports how many compatible fields it found.
- Flatten and review Generate the fixed copy and visually verify every value before downloading it.
Private, fast and no installation
FácilPDF prioritizes tools that run in your browser. Whenever the operation allows it, your files are not uploaded to external servers.
- Local processing
- Free
- In the browser
- No installation
What flattening means
Field values stop being editable controls and become part of the visible page content.
Important limits
This does not break passwords, validate digital signatures or guarantee support for dynamic XFA and every annotation type.
Frequently asked questions
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No for this tool. The PDF is processed in your browser and FácilPDF does not receive the document.
Does it work on mobile and desktop?
Yes. You can use it in modern mobile, tablet and desktop browsers. Very large files depend on the memory available on the device.
What happens to the file when I finish?
The generated copy exists temporarily in the tab. It is only saved to your device if you choose to download it.