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Merge PDF

Combine multiple PDF files into one document. Drag and drop to reorder pages before merging.

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How to Use This Tool

  1. Select all your PDFs

    Click the upload area and select multiple PDF files at once, or upload them one by one. Up to 20 files supported.

  2. Arrange the order

    Files are merged in the order they appear. Select your files in the order you want them combined.

  3. Download the merged PDF

    Click Merge PDFs. Your combined document downloads as a single PDF file within seconds.

About Merge PDF

The Merge PDF tool combines multiple separate PDF files into one unified document. Whether you are assembling a report from several chapters, collecting signed contract pages, or joining monthly invoices into a single archive, merging PDFs saves time and keeps your documents organised.

To merge PDFs, simply select or drag in all the files you want to combine. They are joined in the order you upload them, so select them in the sequence you want the final document to follow. The tool preserves every page at its original quality — fonts, images, embedded links, and bookmarks all carry through to the merged output.

There is no page count limit on the input files; you can combine a 200-page report with a 3-page cover letter without issue. The total combined file size must be within the 50 MB limit per upload session.

When to use Merge PDF:

  • Assembling multi-chapter academic papers or technical manuals
  • Combining bank statements into a single annual archive
  • Joining a cover letter, CV, and portfolio into one application PDF
  • Collecting signed documents from multiple signatories

If some of your source files are password-protected, you will need to remove the password first using our Unlock PDF tool before merging. Once merged, if the resulting file is larger than you need, run it through our Compress PDF tool to reduce its size before emailing.

Security and privacy: Every upload travels over TLS-encrypted HTTPS. Files are processed in memory on our servers and wiped completely within one hour. No employee ever accesses your documents. Merging works in all modern browsers with no plugin required.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many PDFs can I merge at once?
You can merge up to 20 PDF files in a single session. Select all files at once or add them one by one.
Does the order of my files matter?
Yes. The tool merges files in the order you select them. Choose your files in the sequence you want them to appear in the final document.
Is there a page count limit?
There is no page count restriction. You can merge documents with hundreds of pages as long as the total upload size is under 50 MB.
Will hyperlinks and bookmarks be preserved?
Yes. Internal links, hyperlinks to external URLs, and bookmarks present in the source files are preserved in the merged output.
Can I merge password-protected PDFs?
No. You must remove the password using the Unlock PDF tool first, then merge the unlocked files.
Is this tool free?
Completely free with no usage limits, no required account, and no watermarks added to your merged PDF.
How are my files kept secure?
Uploads are encrypted with HTTPS. All files are automatically deleted from our servers within one hour after processing.
Can I merge on a mobile device?
Yes. The merge tool is mobile-responsive and works in Safari on iOS and Chrome on Android without any app download.
What if the merged PDF is too large to email?
Run the merged file through our Compress PDF tool to reduce its size while keeping visual quality acceptable for email.
What format is the output?
The output is a standard PDF/1.7 compatible file that opens in Adobe Acrobat, Preview, and all modern PDF readers.
Do I need to install anything?
No installation needed. The tool runs entirely in your browser through a web interface.

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