Our Story
ilikepdf was born from a simple frustration: why should working with PDF files be so complicated and expensive? In 2023, our founding team—a group of software engineers and designers who had spent years building enterprise document solutions—decided to create something different. We envisioned a platform where anyone, regardless of technical expertise or budget, could access professional-grade PDF tools.
What started as a small project has grown into a trusted platform serving users in over 150 countries. From students preparing their thesis to businesses managing thousands of documents, ilikepdf has become an essential tool for millions of people around the world. We've processed over 10 million documents and counting, all while maintaining our commitment to being completely free for core features.
Today, ilikepdf offers 26 professional PDF tools, from basic operations like merging and splitting to advanced features like OCR, digital signatures, and document comparison. But our journey is far from over. We continue to innovate, adding new features and improving existing ones based on feedback from our global community of users.
Our Mission
To democratize access to professional PDF tools by providing free, secure, and easy-to-use solutions that empower individuals and organizations to work more efficiently with their documents. We believe that powerful document management shouldn't be locked behind expensive software or complex interfaces.
Our Vision
To become the world's most trusted and accessible PDF platform, where anyone can manage their documents with confidence. We envision a future where document barriers don't exist—where converting, editing, and sharing PDFs is as simple as sending a text message.
ilikepdf by the Numbers
Meet Our Team
Behind ilikepdf is a dedicated team of engineers, designers, and support specialists committed to making your document workflow seamless.
Alex Kim
Founder & CEO
Former enterprise software architect with 15+ years of experience in document management systems.
Sarah Rodriguez
Head of Product
UX specialist focused on making complex tools simple and accessible for everyone.
Michael Johnson
Lead Engineer
Full-stack developer passionate about building fast, secure, and reliable web applications.
What Sets Us Apart
26 Professional Tools
From basic operations like merging and splitting to advanced features like OCR, watermarking, and digital signatures. We cover every PDF need you might have.
Bank-Level Security
Your files are protected with 256-bit SSL encryption. All documents are automatically deleted within 1 hour. We never access, share, or sell your data.
100% Free Forever
No hidden fees, no mandatory subscriptions, no limits on file processing. Our core tools are and will always be completely free to use.
Lightning Fast
Our cloud infrastructure processes your files in seconds, not minutes. No software to download, no waiting—just instant results.
Our Core Values
Privacy First
We take your privacy seriously. Your files are processed securely and automatically deleted within 1 hour. We never share, sell, or access your documents for any purpose other than processing your request. Your trust is our most valuable asset.
Accessibility for All
We believe powerful tools should be accessible to everyone, regardless of their technical skills or financial situation. That's why our platform works on any device with a web browser—no downloads, no installations, no barriers.
Continuous Innovation
We're constantly working to improve our tools and add new features based on user feedback. Every suggestion is reviewed, and many have been implemented. Your input directly shapes the future of ilikepdf.
User-Centric Design
Every feature we build starts with the user in mind. We obsess over making complex operations simple, reducing clicks, and ensuring that anyone can accomplish their PDF tasks without frustration or confusion.
Trust & Security
256-bit SSL Encryption
All data transfers are protected with bank-level encryption
Auto-Delete in 1 Hour
Your files are automatically deleted within 1 hour of processing
GDPR Compliant
We fully comply with GDPR and respect your data rights