Is this tool really free?

Yes! This tool is completely free to use. No signup required, no watermarks added, and no hidden fees. Perfect for occasional use.

Do you store my files or data?

We take privacy seriously. Files are processed in real-time and are not stored on our servers. Generated PDFs are stored for 1 day and deleted permanently after that.

Is there a file size limit?

For the free tool, we support files up to 50MB in size. For larger files or batch processing, check out our API plans.

How can I automate this process or use it in workflows?

To use this tool in automated workflows, integrations, or at scale, you'll need to subscribe to one of our plans. Our API allows you to integrate PDF rasterization into your applications, workflows, and automation tools like n8n, Make, or Zapier. Check the main pdf noodle site for pricing and API documentation.

What does it mean to rasterize a PDF?

Rasterizing a PDF converts each page into a raster image (like a photograph) at a specified DPI (dots per inch). This flattens all content—text, vectors, graphics—into images, ensuring consistent rendering across all platforms and devices.

How do I increase PDF DPI?

Use this tool to increase your PDF's DPI by selecting 150 DPI for medium quality printing or 300 DPI for high-quality professional printing. The tool converts each page to a raster image at your chosen resolution, making it print-ready.

What DPI should I use for rasterizing PDFs?

Use 72 DPI for standard screen viewing, 150 DPI for medium-quality printing, or 300 DPI for high-quality professional printing. Higher DPI results in larger file sizes but better print quality.

Why would I rasterize a PDF?

Rasterize PDFs to ensure consistent rendering across platforms, create print-ready documents, protect sensitive information (text becomes unextractable), remove font dependencies, and simplify document storage with a uniform format.

Can I use this to make a PDF print-ready?

Yes! Rasterizing a PDF at 150 or 300 DPI creates a print-ready document where all content is flattened into high-resolution images. This ensures consistent printing results and removes dependencies on fonts or vector rendering issues.

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Q: Will text still be selectable after rasterization?

No. After rasterization, all content is converted to images, so text is no longer selectable or searchable. This is ideal for print-ready PDFs where exact visual output is required, or when you want to prevent text extraction.

Convert PDF pages to high-resolution raster images. Increase PDF DPI for print-ready output, ensure consistent rendering, and flatten content for secure document handling.

🗑️ PDFs permanently deleted after 1 day

⚡️ 10 PDFs per hour free

Select PDF File

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Select multiple PDF files to merge (max 50MB each)

Resolution (DPI)

72 DPI

Standard screen resolution

150 DPI

Medium quality for printing

300 DPI

High quality for professional printing

Note: Rasterization converts all content to images. Text will no longer be selectable or searchable. This is ideal for print-ready PDFs where exact visual output is required.

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