themgdev is a free, privacy-first alternative to iLovePDF. You get the same everyday PDF tools — merge, split, compress, rotate, edit, protect and convert — without uploading your files to anyone's servers.
Because every tool runs in your browser, your documents never leave your device. There are no watermarks, no forced sign-up, and no paid wall around the basics.
| Feature | themgdev | iLovePDF |
|---|---|---|
| Price | 100% free, no watermarks | Free tier with limits; paid plans |
| Files uploaded to a server | No — processed in your browser | Yes — files are uploaded to their servers |
| Sign-up required | No (optional, for higher limits) | Often required for full features |
| Watermarks | Never | On some free outputs |
| Works offline after load | Mostly yes (client-side) | No — needs their servers |
Comparison reflects typical free-tier behaviour and each product's own documentation; features change over time.
Yes. The core PDF tools are free with no watermarks, and you don't need an account to use them.
iLovePDF uploads your files to its servers to process them. themgdev processes them locally in your browser, so your files never leave your device.