Flatten PDF
Burn annotations, form fields, and layers into the page so it looks the same everywhere.
100% private — processed locally in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Each page is rendered to an image — ideal before sharing signed or annotated PDFs.
Flatten PDF: quick guide
Burn annotations, form fields, and layers into the page so it looks the same everywhere. GlobePDF runs this workflow in your browser, so your files stay on your device instead of being uploaded to a server. Use it when you want to finish a document task quickly in your browser, then verify the downloaded result before sending it anywhere.
How to use it
- Open Flatten PDF and upload the file you want to process.
- Review the settings for this workflow before running the tool.
- Download the result and check it before using it in a form, email, or shared folder.
Best for
- Private document cleanup
- Fast browser-based file processing
- One-off tasks without installing software
Before you submit
- Check page order, formatting, and readability after export.
- Open the downloaded file once before submitting it.
- Keep the original file until the result is accepted.
Questions about Flatten PDF
Do I need an account for Flatten PDF?
You can use the basic features without an account. Sign up or log in to access additional capabilities.
Are my files uploaded?
GlobePDF runs this workflow in your browser, so your files stay on your device instead of being uploaded to a server.
When should I use Flatten PDF?
Flatten PDF is useful when you want to finish a document task quickly in your browser. Burn annotations, form fields, and layers into the page so it looks the same everywhere. Run it locally, then review the downloaded result.