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Updated 5th December 2025
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Associate Director Of Special Projects
Gov't/PS/ED <5,000 Employees, EducationFAVORABLE
“Comprehensive tool library and security, with room for refinement in some areas”
Adobe Acrobat offers a rich variety of tools for various forms of document manipulation. Possibilities include but are not limited to text editing, annotation, converting/combining files, and secure signature management.
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250M - 500M USD, ManufacturingCRITICAL
“Great product with a big pricetag”
A very competent software that can do a lot of things, but the main focus for me is just for editing PDF´s that i guess is what most of the users do, and in that case this software is a bit overkill.
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Adobe focuses on providing digital media and digital marketing solutions on a worldwide scale. The company offers creative, marketing and document solutions which are geared towards assisting individuals, ranging from budding artists to established brands, to bring life to their digital creations. Furthermore, Adobe concentrates on the delivery of captivating experiences to the targeted individuals. Adobe's solutions are omnipresent and they are striving to bring about change through digital experiences.
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Public
Year Founded
1982
Head office location
San Jose, United States
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
10B-30B USD
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Engineering Manager
We are looking for an alternative for ADOBE Acrobat and came across PDF24. Does anybody have experience with this tool and also the company that provides it for free? Has it been tested from a security perspective?Information Security Manager
See Full DiscussionPDF24 is a free PDF creation, editing, and conversion tool developed by a German company called Geek Software GmbH. It's well-regarded for being lightweight and offering a wide range of PDF manipulation features. Here’s some insight based on user experiences and security considerations:
User Experiences:
1. Ease of Use: PDF24 is often praised for being user-friendly and providing features that are comparable to Adobe Acrobat, such as merging, splitting, compressing, and converting PDFs.
2. Performance: Many users highlight its quick performance and the absence of heavy system resource consumption, making it ideal for personal and small business use.
3. Cost: Since PDF24 is free, it's attractive for users who need basic to intermediate PDF functionalities without subscribing to Adobe's paid services.
Security Considerations:
1. Privacy Policy & Data Handling: PDF24 can be used offline, meaning that sensitive documents don't need to be uploaded to the cloud, reducing the risk of data breaches associated with online tools.
2. Security Features: While the tool doesn't offer the same level of advanced document security (such as Adobe's certification and validation features), it does support password protection and encryption of PDFs.
3. Updates: As an actively maintained tool, PDF24 regularly releases updates, improving features and addressing potential security vulnerabilities.
Security Testing:
PDF24 has been broadly used by individuals and businesses, but it has not been as rigorously tested or certified for enterprise-level security compliance as Adobe Acrobat. It’s not common to see formal security audits published, so for businesses handling sensitive data, it’s important to weigh the tool’s limitations. In more security-critical environments, you may want to consider additional tools for auditing and monitoring if you decide to use PDF24.
If you're part of an organization that prioritizes data security, a thorough internal assessment of PDF24’s impact on your security posture, or using it in combination with other security controls, might be necessary.
IT Manager
With the Adobe Acrobat increases, I'm curious: how are other organizations working through this? We are currently emailing everyone that holds a license and making sure they need it, also looking at alternatives.Senior Data Scientist
See Full DiscussionBasically, the pdf24 suite (see: https://www.pdf24.org/en/) turns out to be a free alternative to Adobe Acrobat. In addition, one should "just" hint others on the integrated possibility to export pdfs from any Microsoft application directly.
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- Associate Director Of Special ProjectsGov't/PS/EdEducationReview Source
Comprehensive tool library and security, with room for refinement in some areas
Adobe Acrobat offers a rich variety of tools for various forms of document manipulation. Possibilities include but are not limited to text editing, annotation, converting/combining files, and secure signature management. - EXPERT OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE50M-1B USDHealthcare and BiotechReview Source
A reliable, full-featured tool from teams that work heavily with PDFs
I work at a fast-moving startup where we handle a constant mix of contracts, internal documentation, and materials for clients or investors. Adobe Acrobat has become one of the few tools we rely on every day without worrying about stability. Overall, my experience has been very positive.Editing PDFs without breaking the original layout is extremely helpful, and signing documents digitally saves a lot of time in a team that's always juggling multiple priorities. The only downside is that Acrobat can feel heavy when I have several apps open at once (slack, zoom, notion, etc). It's not a blocker, but it's noticeable. Even so, the reliability and feature depth make up for it. - LEAD, SERVICE STRATEGY & TRANSFORMATION50M-1B USDServices (non-Government)Review Source
Document Standardization Across HR Platforms Improved but Collaboration Remains Fragmented
From my perspective, Adobe Acrobat is a dependable tool in Payroll and HCM environments overall, for handling sensitive employee documents such as tax forms, contracts, and compliance records. Overall, it is a strong, supporting tool, not a system of record, and delivers the most value when paired with core payroll or HCM platforms. - Operations Associate<50M USDMiscellaneousReview Source
Comprehensive PDF Tools and Cloud Syncing Offset Occasional Slowness in Acrobat
I use Adobe Acrobat daily to edit PDF files, and my subscription has met all of my expectations. Acrobat has all the features I need for my everyday work, and has made editing my documents easy. Other than some slowness when working on large documents and some changes to layouts when converting to PDF from other file types, it functions perfectly for me. - SOFTWARE ENGINEER50M-1B USDSoftwareReview Source
Chrome Extension and Conversion Accuracy Improve Workflow Despite Expensive Subscription
My overall experience has been excellent so far. For anyone, this tool is mandatory to play around with documents especially PDFs. I have used many different tools, but nothing compares to Acrobat for document security and finalization. The biggest benefit is knowing that when a document leaves my desk, it’s secure and compliant. The redaction tools are reliable, and the built-in e-Signature process guarantees that the final audit report is legally binding. The stability is great too, it rarely crashes and it's easy to integrate into our shared drives and archival systems, especially the Chrome extension which is a game changer for me. This product is simply the standard for professional document handling and compliance.
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