Join, merge, split, compress, rotate, watermark, protect, and organize PDFs in one place.
PADI
PDF Analysis & Document Intelligence
Free desktop tools to edit, convert, OCR, and understand PDFs — offline-first, on Windows and Linux. No subscription.
Inside PADI
A calm dashboard for documents, OCR, AI status, and your personal knowledge library — free for everyday use.
v1.0.2 — Documents · AI · Knowledge Base · Settings
Everything you need to work with documents
Core PDF tools are free to use and run on your machine. AI is optional when you want deeper insight.
Edit text, annotate, stamp, sign, and manage pages offline — including OCR for scans.
Turn PDFs into images, text, Markdown, CSV, or Excel. Read scans and build searchable PDFs.
Summarize, chat with PDFs, explore research gaps, and grow a personal knowledge library.
Built for your desktop
Download free for Windows or Linux — install like a normal app, or run a portable AppImage.
Windows 10 / 11
Setup installer with Program Files install, Start Menu shortcuts, and uninstall from Settings → Apps.
Get Setup.exeLinux x86_64
Mark the AppImage executable and launch — no system Python required.
chmod +x PADI-1.0.2-x86_64.AppImage && ./PADI-1.0.2-x86_64.AppImage
Get AppImage
From file to finished work
A clear path for everyday document tasks — free, local, and yours to keep.
Open a document
Drop a PDF or pick a file. Preview pages and choose the module you need.
Edit or transform
Compress, convert, OCR, annotate, or ask AI for a summary when connected.
Export locally
Results land in your exports folder. Updates arrive via in-app release checks.
Start with PADI today — free
Make managing your PDF documents easier. Free to use, offline when you need it, no paywall.