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OpenPdfEdit vs FileSeen

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OpenPdfEdit compared with FileSeen
DetailOpenPdfEdit logo OpenPdfEditFileSeen logo FileSeen
What it doesAn open source PDF editor that keeps your files yours Secure document sharing with read tracking
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Pricing modelFreemium Not given
PricingFree for most features. Supporter tools (watermark and OCR): 1,000 credits ($5), one-time payment Free plan with every feature on 3 links. Pro: $12 a month or $99 a year (saves 31% yearly). Team: $29 a month for 3 people, $9 a month for each extra person up to 10 (saves 20% yearly).
Key features
  • Text editing and replacement in PDFs
  • Real redaction that removes text from file content
  • PDF comparison showing text and pixel differences
  • Password protection with AES-256 encryption
  • Watermarking and page numbering (Supporter feature)
  • Real-time read tracking showing opens, countries, and total reading time
  • Time tracking on each page or slide per visit
  • Reader identification with email confirmation
  • Email watermarking on PDFs
  • Password protection and expiry dates
  • Up to 400 files in one data room link
  • Personalized links for each recipient
  • Custom domain and branding for Pro plan
  • Team collaboration with access controls
  • Email alerts on opens with customizable frequency
What makes it different
  • No upload, no account required, no watermarks or page limits
  • All processing runs locally on your machine with no server involved
  • Works offline after first load; desktop app never needs network
  • Real redaction that removes text from file bytes, not just visual overlay
  • Fully open source under AGPL-3.0-or-later with auditable code
  • No setup or installation required; works in any browser
  • Free plan includes every feature on 3 links with no time limit
  • Recipients never need an account or to pay
  • Slide-by-slide reading time tracking for pitch decks
  • Simple one-time email code signup, no password required
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)Not checked yet no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)50
Citation Flow (Majestic)170
Referring domains (Majestic)70

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