Smallpdf Alternative
The free, privacy-first Smallpdf alternative
Smallpdf is a solid product. But if you bump into its pricing, file limits, or upload requirements — ailegs runs in your browser, for free, forever.
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PDF Merger
Combine multiple PDFs into one
Try it nowWhat Smallpdf does well
- Broad suite of 20+ PDF tools
- Clean UI across desktop and mobile
- Desktop apps for offline use (paid)
Where ailegs wins
- Files processed locally in your browser via pdf-lib — zero upload
- No 2 free operations/day limit
- No watermarks on any output
- Works entirely offline once the page is loaded
Side-by-side
| Feature | ailegs | Smallpdf |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free forever | Free with 2 tasks/day; $12+/month Pro |
| File processing | Browser-side (local) | Server upload |
| File size limit | None (RAM permitting) | Yes, per plan |
| Signup required | No | Usually, for Pro features |
| Watermarks | Never | On some free outputs |
Frequently asked
- Is ailegs really a free Smallpdf alternative?
- Yes. Every tool on ailegs is free forever — no subscriptions, no credit cards, no watermarks. The merger that replaces Smallpdf runs entirely in your browser.
- Do I need an account to use ailegs?
- No. Drop your file into the merger, grab the result, done. Accounts only exist for admins.
- What's actually different between ailegs and Smallpdf?
- Files processed locally in your browser via pdf-lib — zero upload Also, No 2 free operations/day limit.
- Are my files uploaded to your servers?
- No — all processing happens locally in your browser using WebAssembly. Nothing leaves your device.
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