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Average Ratings 557 Ratings
Description
PDF24 provides a range of user-friendly online tools for managing PDF files, developed by geek software GmbH, a German firm that has been operating since 2006. This platform offers complimentary solutions for various PDF-related challenges, both through downloadable software and web applications, including the popular PDF24 Creator and a suite of online tools.
Despite being a compact team, the PDF24 staff is deeply committed to enhancing PDF solutions that benefit countless users globally. Their dedication has led to the successful launch of the PDF24 Creator and Online Tools, which have garnered millions of users worldwide. In addition to these tools, PDF24 also features PDF24 Fax, an online faxing service designed for those who wish to send and receive faxes without needing a physical fax machine. This commitment to innovation continues to make PDF24 a go-to resource for all things PDF.
Description
PDFCreator automates document output in Windows-based business environments, covering the whole creation pipeline from conversion to delivery. It converts print output from any application into PDF, JPG, PNG, or TIF via a virtual printer, so existing workflows don’t need to change.
Businesses use PDFCreator to streamline repetitive document tasks: output is captured, formatted, named, secured, and routed according to configurable profiles. Typical use cases include automated report generation, batch processing of large document sets, and compliant document delivery in regulated industries.
Key capabilities include encryption, password protection, digital signatures, watermarking, MSI-based deployment, Group Policy support, and centralized profile management. It works with Word, Excel, browsers, ERP platforms, and essentially any Windows application that can print.
PDFCreator is available as a free edition for individual, non‑commercial use, alongside three paid editions tailored to business, terminal server, and broader enterprise deployments.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Screenshots View All
No images available
Integrations
Dropbox
No
Microsoft Outlook
No
Thunderbird
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
Yes
Pricing Details
$0
PDFCreator is available in four editions to match your deployment needs.
PDFCreator Free covers core PDF creation for individual, non-commercial use only.
PDFCreator Professional is built for business workstations, adding COM interface, scripting, Group Policy support, License Server, and MSI deployment. Starting at EUR 29.75 per workstation per year, with volume discounts available.
PDFCreator Terminal Server supports unlimited users per server in Remote Desktop environments, with all Professional features optimized for centralized use. EUR 499.80 per server per year.
PDFCreator Server is designed for high-volume, centralized PDF creation and management, with multi-threading, centralized settings, CS-Script, and License Server support, and MSI package. EUR 1606.50 per server per year.
PDFCreator Free covers core PDF creation for individual, non-commercial use only.
PDFCreator Professional is built for business workstations, adding COM interface, scripting, Group Policy support, License Server, and MSI deployment. Starting at EUR 29.75 per workstation per year, with volume discounts available.
PDFCreator Terminal Server supports unlimited users per server in Remote Desktop environments, with all Professional features optimized for centralized use. EUR 499.80 per server per year.
PDFCreator Server is designed for high-volume, centralized PDF creation and management, with multi-threading, centralized settings, CS-Script, and License Server support, and MSI package. EUR 1606.50 per server per year.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
Yes
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
Yes
iPad App
Yes
Android App
Yes
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
Yes
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
geek software
Founded
2004
Country
Germany
Website
en.pdf24.org
Vendor Details
Company Name
pdfforge
Founded
2009
Country
Germany
Website
www.pdfforge.org/pdfcreator
Product Features
Online Fax
Alerts / Notifications
No
Cloud Storage
No
Electronic Signature
No
Fax via Email
No
HIPAA Compliant
No
Large File Support
No
Local Phone Numbers
No
Mobile Access
No
Toll Free Numbers
No
Annotations
Yes
Convert to PDF
Yes
Digital Signature
Yes
Encryption
Yes
Merge / Append
Yes
PDF Reader
Yes
Watermarking
Yes
PDF Editors
Access Controls / Permissions
No
Annotations
No
Commenting / Notes
No
Compare Side-by-Side
No
Customizable Branding
No
Delete Pages
No
Electronic Signature
No
Forms Management
No
Full Text Search
No
Merge / Append
No
Offline Access
No
Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
No
Rearrange Pages
No
Rotate Pages
No
Watermarking
No
Product Features
Annotations
No
Convert to PDF
Yes
Digital Signature
Yes
Encryption
Yes
Merge / Append
Yes
PDF Reader
No
Watermarking
Yes
PDF Editors
Access Controls / Permissions
No
Annotations
No
Commenting / Notes
No
Compare Side-by-Side
No
Customizable Branding
Yes
Delete Pages
No
Electronic Signature
Yes
Forms Management
No
Full Text Search
No
Merge / Append
Yes
Offline Access
Yes
Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
No
Rearrange Pages
Yes
Rotate Pages
Yes
Watermarking
Yes
