Free PDF converter
Convert Word, JPG, Excel files and more to a PDF.
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How to convert to PDF
Follow these simple steps to convert your Word, Excel and JPG files to PDF’s.
1
Upload
Drop your file into the dropzone above or click the 'Upload' button.
2
Convert
Sign-in and select ‘PDF ‘your format’.
3
Download
Edit, collaborate or download the document as a PDF.
Do more than just convert PDFs
PDF editing made easy
Easily edit PDF text
No more workarounds. Use our Edit PDF text feature to directly make updates to your PDF content.
Sign documents online
Ditch the printer and eSign your PDF in seconds. Add safe and secure signatures and initials to any PDF for free.
Split, extract and rotate PDF pages
Put your PDFs in order with Lumin’s Page Tools: split, crop, add, delete or rotate PDFs in seconds.
Google-integrated PDF editor
Cut time and tools by consolidating your online PDF editing process. Open documents directly into Lumin from Google Drive, Gmail or Classroom, edit them, then sync them back to your Google Drive storage.
Template Discovery
Go from discovery to done with our library of forms and templates. We’ve got what you need to tackle any task: tax forms, contract templates, health and safety checklists, onboarding forms and much more.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Lumin free to use?
Lots of our tools are free. You can draw on PDFs, comment on them, add text, signatures and images; all the basics are covered.
Our paid plans expand your toolkit: you can edit PDF text, redact information, create fillable fields and much more. Discover our plans to learn which one is the right fit for you.
How do I use Lumin?
The Lumin app works on your browser, or you can download our desktop app and keep Lumin handy on your computer. We’ve also got a mobile and tablet app which includes Lumin’s most popular features.
What file types can I convert to PDF?
Our free PDF converter supports multiple file formats including:
Word documents (.doc, .docx)
Excel spreadsheets (.xls, .xlsx)
Images (.jpg, .jpeg, .png)
PowerPoint presentations (.ppt, .pptx)
How do I convert files to PDF online?
Converting to PDF is simple: upload your file, choose your conversion settings, and click convert. Your PDF will be ready to download in seconds.
Is this PDF converter really free?
Yes! Our basic PDF converter is completely free to use. Convert JPG to PDF, Word to PDF, and Excel to PDF without any cost.
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