justyourpdfFlatten PDF
Make form fields and notes a permanent part of the page.
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Flatten PDF
Lock forms and annotations into the page
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How to flatten PDF
Three steps, no software to install.
- 1
Add your PDF
Drop, choose or paste your PDF.
- 2
Choose options
Choose what to flatten: forms, notes or both.
- 3
Download
Save the result. No watermark, no sign-up.
Flatten PDF: what to know
Flattening turns form fields and supported annotations into ordinary page content. This can help a completed form display consistently when a recipient's reader handles interactive fields differently.
A flattened field is no longer a fillable input, but flattening does not make a PDF tamper-proof. Other PDF editors may still change page content. It is not encryption, secure redaction or a certified digital signature.
Popular uses
- Prepare completed forms for sharing
- Preserve the visible appearance of answers
- Convert interactive content to page content
Tips for the best result
- Keep an unflattened copy for later corrections.
- Check the downloaded pages to confirm all answers remain visible.