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Convert a PDF to grayscale

Turn a color PDF into grayscale (black & white) right in your browser — handy for cheaper printing. Nothing is uploaded; the conversion runs on your device.

Drop a file here
or click to choose · stays on your device

100% private — files are converted in your browser and never uploaded.

How it works

Convert a PDF to grayscale in 3 steps

1

Choose your PDF

Drop a PDF — it loads locally.

2

Convert to grayscale

Every page is rendered in shades of gray on your device.

3

Download

Save the grayscale PDF.

FAQ

Common questions

Why convert to grayscale?

Grayscale PDFs are smaller and cheaper to print, since they use no colored ink. It's also useful for a cleaner, uniform look.

Is the text still selectable?

Pages are rendered to grayscale images, so the result is image-based. If you need selectable text, keep your original alongside the grayscale copy.

Are my files uploaded?

No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript — your file never leaves your device, so it's safe even for sensitive documents.

Is it free?

Yes — completely free, no signup, no watermark, and no daily limits.