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How to Flatten a PDF?

One of the easiest ways to flatten a PDF is to use a free online PDF tool in just a few clicks.


Steps

  1. Go to Sejda's Flatten PDF tool.
  2. Click Upload PDF File and select your document.
  3. Choose Flatten everything, it converts each page into a non-editable image, preventing any text or content from being modified or copied.
  4. Click Flatten PDF.
  5. Once processing is complete, download your flattened PDF.


Once done, upload it to session and you're good to go.



Why Flatten a PDF?

Flattening your PDF before uploading it to BlueNotary helps ensure a smooth notarization experience by:

  • Improve compatibility across different PDF viewers.
  • Preserve the appearance of your document exactly as intended.
  • Helping ensure a seamless signing experience

Updated on: 07/07/2026

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