How to add text to a pdf

  1. Open the add-text tool from the Tools menu.
  2. Add your PDF — it’s read on your device, never uploaded.
  3. Click on the page and type — set the size, colour, and position.
  4. Click Save to download the PDF with your text.
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Private by design — no upload

Most free online tools do this by uploading your file to their servers. This one doesn’t: it runs entirely in your browser, and the page ships with a strict security policy that blocks every outbound network request, so your file physically cannot leave your device. No account, no email, no upload, no watermark.

Click, type, place

Click a spot on the page preview to drop a text box and type into it, then drag it where you want. Choose the font size, colour, and bold. Move between pages to add text wherever you need. When you’re done, save a new PDF with your text baked in.

Good to know

This adds a new text layer on top of the PDF — ideal for filling forms and annotating. It doesn’t edit or reflow the PDF’s existing text; for major content changes, convert the PDF to Word, edit it, and convert back. No watermarks, no limits.

Add text to a PDF — FAQ

Is my PDF uploaded to add text?

No. Everything runs in your browser and your file never leaves your device.

Can I fill in a PDF form with this?

Yes. Click where a field is and type — perfect for forms that aren’t fillable.

Can I edit the PDF’s existing text?

This adds new text on top; it doesn’t edit existing text. For big changes, convert to Word, edit, and convert back.

Can I move the text after placing it?

Yes. Drag any text box to reposition it before saving.

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