Crop a PDF

Crop page margins or select an area, with automatic white-margin detection.

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Processed on your device — nothing is uploaded

You can also paste with Ctrl+V

How it works

  1. Add a PDF file.
  2. Drag the box edges or use automatic detection.
  3. Choose where to apply it and click “Crop”.

About this tool

Drag the box edges to choose the area to keep, or click “Detect margins”. Apply the crop to every page, a single page, or auto-crop each page to its own content.

Why use Warqa for this?

Your files are never uploadedProcessing happens in your browser, so documents never pass through a server — safe for contracts and confidential files.
No limits, no sign-upNo caps on file size or count, no account, no email and no watermark on your results.
Instant and works offlineNo upload or download wait, and you can install it as an app and use it without internet.

Frequently asked questions

Does cropping delete content outside the box?

It hides it in every viewer and when printing. To permanently remove sensitive content, use Redact PDF.

Is it good for scanned books?

Yes — “Auto-crop each page” trims different margins on every page individually.

Are my files safe?

Yes. There is no server that receives your files; everything is processed in your browser and stays on your device. You can confirm it in the Network tab of your browser’s developer tools.

Is it really free?

Yes. Every tool is free with no daily limits, no sign-up and no watermark on your files.

Does it work on phones?

Yes, it works in any modern mobile or desktop browser, and you can install it as an app from the browser menu.

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