Crop PDF
Crop and trim the margins of PDF pages
Select files or drag and drop here
Crop PDF
What is PDF Cropping?
PDF cropping is the process of removing margins or unwanted areas from PDF pages. It is used to fit content to a specific area, optimize print area, or create a visually clean document.
PdfMetric's PDF Crop tool crops your pages in the browser. Files are not uploaded to any server, so your privacy is protected. You can adjust margins securely and for free.
When Should You Use It?
- Margins: Remove excess whitespace to focus on content
- Print preparation: Achieve the right size for the print area
- Scanned documents: Remove black borders from scanning
- Presentations: Remove unwanted areas from slides
Advantages
- Customizable: Set margin values or define a crop area
- Browser-based: Data stays on your device; secure processing
- Free: No registration or fees
- Fast: Get results instantly
Frequently Asked Questions
Usually yes; crop settings apply to all pages. Some tools may allow you to select specific pages.
Cropped areas become invisible but the PDF structure is preserved. You can always revert by keeping the original file.
How to Use
- Upload your PDF: Upload the PDF file you want to crop.
- Define crop area: Set margins (top, bottom, left, right) or adjust the crop box.
- Preview: Preview the changes and adjust settings if needed.
- Download: Download your cropped PDF file.
Tip: Start with small values; over-cropping may cut off important content.
Tool Info
- Accepted formats: .pdf
- Max file size: 100 MB
- Processing: Browser
Your Privacy
Your files are processed entirely in your browser and never uploaded to our servers.
Feedback
Have a suggestion?
0/500