Crop PDF is a free, browser-only tool: Crop and resize PDF pages to remove margins or unwanted areas. Your file is not uploaded to any server—processing runs locally. No account is required. Typical jobs finish in under 2 seconds on modern devices. Part of EssentialPDFTool's 24 client-side PDF tools with zero uploads.
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Crop PDF

Crop and resize PDF pages to remove margins or unwanted areas.

Files never leave your browser. 100% client-side. Zero uploads.

How it works

  1. 1

    Upload your PDF and select the page to crop (or apply to all pages).

  2. 2

    Drag the crop handles or enter precise margin values in mm.

  3. 3

    Click "Crop & Download" to save your trimmed PDF.

Why use our Crop PDF?

100% Private

All processing happens in your browser. Files are never uploaded to any server.

No signup required

Use the tool instantly — no account, no email, no credit card needed.

Works everywhere

Runs on any device with a modern browser — desktop, tablet, or mobile.

No quality loss

Direct PDF manipulation preserves fonts, images, and vectors at original fidelity.

Frequently asked questions

Does cropping permanently remove content?

In PDF terms, cropping adjusts the CropBox — the underlying content is still in the file but not displayed.

Can I set different crop areas per page?

Yes. Switch between pages in the preview and set individual crop regions for each.

Can I remove headers and footers from scanned PDFs?

Yes. Crop the top and bottom margins to effectively hide headers and footers on every page.

What units are used for margin input?

Millimeters by default, but you can switch to points or inches in the settings panel.

Will cropping affect text selection or search?

Text that is cropped out of view is still technically present in the PDF, but it will not be visible.

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