Compare Two PDF Files
Spot what changed between two versions of a contract, policy or draft. The text of both PDFs is compared line by line, and additions and removals are marked.
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How to compare two pdf files
- 1Add exactly two PDFs: the original first, the revised version second.
- 2Press Compare.
- 3Review lines marked - (removed) and + (added).
- 4Download the comparison as a text file.
Why use Secure PDF Tasks?
- Free to use, with no account and no watermark on your files.
- Processing runs in your browser, so the file is not uploaded to a server.
- A single, simple screen for each task.
- Works on desktop and mobile browsers.
Supported file formats
Two text-based PDFs in; a line-by-line text comparison out.
File picker accepts: .pdf
Frequently asked questions
Does it compare images or formatting?
No. Only the text content is compared. Changes to images, colours or layout are not detected.
Does it work with scanned PDFs?
No, scanned pages contain no text to compare.
Which file is the original?
The first file you add is treated as the original and the second as the revision.
Are my files uploaded?
Everything runs inside your browser tab, so the file you choose is not uploaded to a server.
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