How to Convert PDF on iPhone — Every Task, No App Download
Direct answer: Open Safari on your iPhone and go to convertfloor.com. All PDF tools — convert, compress, merge, split, rotate, edit — work directly in your browser. No app download, no signup. Files saved to your Files app.
iPhones handle PDF tasks better than most people realise. This guide covers the most common PDF tasks on iPhone using both built-in iOS features and ConvertFloor's browser-based tools. For reassurance about using online tools, see: Is an Online PDF Converter Safe?.
How to Convert PDF to Word on iPhone
Open Safari → go to convertfloor.com/tools/pdf-to-word.
Tap the upload area → select your PDF from Files, iCloud Drive, or Dropbox.
Tap Convert (typically 10–30 seconds).
Tap Download. The Word document (.docx) saves to Files → Downloads.
Open in Pages (free on iPhone), Word for iOS, or Google Docs.
How to Turn a Photo into a PDF on iPhone
Method 1: ConvertFloor (Most Control)
Open Safari → convertfloor.com/tools/image-to-pdf.
Tap Upload → select your photo from Photos or Files.
Set page size and orientation → Convert → Download.
Method 2: Built-In iOS Print Function (Quickest)
Open the photo in the Photos app.
Tap Share → Print.
On the print preview, pinch outward with two fingers — this converts the preview to a PDF.
Tap the Share button on the PDF preview → Save to Files.
For combining multiple photos into one PDF, use Multiple Images to PDF or read our guide: Combine Images into One PDF.
How to Compress a PDF on iPhone
Open Safari → convertfloor.com/tools/compress-pdf.
Tap Upload → select your PDF from Files.
Choose Balanced compression (recommended).
Tap Convert → Download. The compressed PDF saves to Downloads in Files.
iPhone Mail limits attachments to 20MB. If your PDF is too large, compress it first.
How to Merge PDFs on iPhone
Open Safari → convertfloor.com/tools/pdf-merge.
Tap Upload → select multiple PDFs from Files.
Reorder by dragging the file cards.
Tap Merge → Download.
How to Split a PDF on iPhone
Open Safari → convertfloor.com/tools/pdf-split.
Upload your PDF from Files.
Choose split method: by page range, every page, or specific pages.
Split → Download. A ZIP downloads if you split into many pages.
How to Remove Pages from PDF on iPhone
Open Safari → convertfloor.com/tools/delete-pdf-pages. Upload, select pages to remove, download the trimmed PDF. Also see: Remove Pages from PDF guide.
How to Edit a PDF on iPhone
Using ConvertFloor PDF Editor
Open Safari → convertfloor.com/pdf-editor. Upload your PDF. Use Text, Signature, or Highlight tools. Download.
Using Built-In iOS Markup
Open a PDF in the Files app.
Tap the pencil icon (top right) to open Markup.
Use drawing tools, text tool, and signature tool.
Tap Done to save changes.
For signing PDFs specifically, see: How to Sign a PDF Online Free.
How to Scan a Document to PDF on iPhone
Using Notes App
Notes → new note → camera icon → Scan Documents.
iPhone auto-detects and captures the document.
Adjust crop → Keep Scan → Save.
Tap the scan → Share → Save to Files as PDF.
Using Files App
Files → three-dot menu → Scan Documents → scan → Save. PDF goes directly to Files.
Where Files Go After Downloading on iPhone
Files downloaded from Safari go to Files → Downloads (or Files → iCloud Drive → Downloads if using iCloud). Tap the Files app to find them. From there you can email, share via AirDrop, or open in any compatible app.