iSharePDFA privacy-first Smallpdf alternative
Smallpdf charges $9/mo and uploads everything. iSharePDF is €4.99/mo, runs locally, and bundles a Chrome extension.
→ Try it now — free, no signupSmallpdf is polished but expensive ($108/year) and every PDF goes to their cloud. iSharePDF gives you the same toolbox — 28 tools, OCR included — for €39/year and zero data upload.
What you get with iSharePDF
- 💰 −55% on the yearly plan €39/yr vs $108/yr on Smallpdf Pro.
- 🛡️ Zero upload Smallpdf processes server-side. iSharePDF processes in your browser via WebAssembly.
- 🔌 Extension + web app One license unlocks both. Smallpdf charges separately for desktop.
- 🧠 OCR included on free tier Smallpdf locks OCR behind Pro.
Pricing comparison
| Feature | Competition | iSharePDF |
|---|---|---|
| Free daily limit | 2 tasks / day | 5 tasks / day |
| Pro monthly | $9 (~€8.30) | €4.99 |
| Pro yearly | $108 (~€100) | €39 |
| OCR on free | No | Yes (1 task/day) |
| Files uploaded | Yes | Never |
| Chrome extension | Bundled with Pro only | Bundled with Pro |
Migrate in 3 clicks
- Cancel your Smallpdf subscription (you can keep using it until the end of the period).
- Subscribe to iSharePDF Pro — €4.99/mo or €39/yr.
- Paste your license key in the web app + extension. Done.