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Compare PDF files

See exactly what text changed between two versions of a PDF.

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  • Works on any device

About Compare PDF files

Load two versions of a PDF and see which text was added, removed or changed, highlighted side by side. Useful for contracts, reports and manuscripts when someone sends back a revised copy without tracked changes. It compares text only, so purely visual edits may not appear.

How to use Compare PDF files

  1. Add the old version of the PDF.
  2. Add the new version.
  3. Read the list of text that was added, removed or changed.

Why use this tool?

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Frequently asked questions

Does it compare images and layout changes?

It focuses on text. Changes in images, colours or spacing may not be detected, so also glance over the pages if visual changes matter.

Why does the comparison show changes I cannot see?

Small differences like extra spaces or line breaks count as changes. Look at the highlighted words to decide which ones matter.

Can I compare scanned PDFs?

Scans are pictures, so there is no text to compare. Run OCR on both files first to make the text searchable.

Is Compare PDF files free?

Yes. Compare PDF files on Toolipedia is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Is it safe to use?

Yes. Everything is worked out in your browser, and nothing you enter is sent to our server.

Does it work on my phone?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on Android and iPhone, as well as on tablets and computers. There's nothing to install.

Do I need an account?

No. Just open the page and use the tool. There's no sign-up and no email needed.

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