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PDF Tools
Is the PDF editor really free?
Yes — 100% free. No subscription, no hidden charges, no login required. You can edit, compress, split, rotate, and convert PDFs without paying anything, ever.
What is the maximum PDF file size I can upload?
You can upload PDF files up to 200 MB. If your file is larger, try compressing it with our PDF Compressor tool first before uploading.
Will editing add a watermark to my PDF?
Never. Fourmeld never adds watermarks to your documents. Your output file is always clean, professional, and watermark-free.
Can I edit a scanned PDF?
You can add text, images, and drawings on top of any PDF page including scanned ones. Full OCR editing (editing the scanned text itself) is not currently supported.
How does PDF compression work?
We compress embedded images inside the PDF and strip redundant metadata. Use the quality slider (50–90%) to balance between smaller file size and visual clarity.
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Image Editor
How does background removal work?
We use AI-powered background removal to detect and separate the subject from the background. It works best on photos with a clear subject and a contrasting background.
Can I replace the background with a custom image?
Yes. After selecting "Remove Background", choose "Custom Image" and upload any background photo. The AI places your subject over it automatically.
What image formats are supported?
JPG, JPEG, PNG, WebP, GIF, and BMP are supported for upload. Output can be PNG (for transparency) or JPG (for solid-color backgrounds).
Will resizing an image reduce its quality?
We use high-quality LANCZOS resampling to preserve sharpness when resizing. Locking the aspect ratio prevents unwanted stretching or distortion.
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File Converter
What file types can I convert?
Documents (DOCX, PDF, TXT, RTF), Images (JPG, PNG, WebP, GIF, BMP, TIFF), Audio (MP3, WAV, OGG, FLAC, M4A, AAC), and Video (MP4, WebM, AVI, MOV, MKV, WMV).
What is the maximum video file size?
Video files up to 400 MB are supported. All other file types (documents, images, audio) support up to 200 MB per file.
How long does conversion take?
Most conversions complete in under 30 seconds. Large video files may take a few minutes. A real-time progress bar keeps you updated throughout.
Can I convert MP4 to MP3?
Yes — select the Video converter, choose MP4 as input and "MP3 (Extract Audio)" as output, then upload your video. The audio track is extracted at high quality.
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Privacy & Security
Are my files stored permanently?
No. Files are stored temporarily for processing only and automatically deleted after your session ends. We never access, share, or retain your files.
Do I need to create an account?
No account or login is ever required. All tools are completely anonymous and free to use — just upload and go.
Is my data safe?
All file uploads and downloads happen over HTTPS. Files are processed in isolated sessions and permanently deleted after use. We never share your files with third parties.

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