Repair a damaged PDF

Rebuild damaged files or files that don’t open correctly.

Drag & drop files here

PDF files · one or more files

Choose files

Processed on your device — nothing is uploaded

You can also paste with Ctrl+V

How it works

Add the damaged file.
Click “Repair”.
Download the repaired copy and open it.

About this tool

We rebuild the cross-reference table and page tree, and if the damage is severe we re-render the pages to rescue as much content as possible.

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 repair always work?

It fixes most light to moderate damage. If part of a file is completely missing, it can’t be recovered.

Does the repaired file keep its text?

Yes with a normal repair. If pages had to be re-rendered, they become images.

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.