MiniPDF vs iLovePDF: a free iLovePDF alternative
iLovePDF is one of the best-known PDF sites, with desktop and phone apps. Its free plan limits how many files you can process per task, and every file goes to its servers. Here is how MiniPDF compares.
Facts checked October 2026 from iLovePDF's own pages (sources below). Prices and limits change — please confirm on their website.
Choose MiniPDF if…
- A form portal asks for an exact size such as 100 KB or 50 KB.
- You want to compress or convert many files without a paid plan.
- You do not want your documents uploaded to any server.
- You need India-specific tools like ID card copy or exam photo resizing.
Choose iLovePDF if…
- You want a desktop app that works offline on Windows or Mac.
- You need AI summaries or translation.
- You work in a team and want shared billing and admin.
Side-by-side
| Feature | MiniPDF | iLovePDF |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free. No paid plan. | Free (Basic); Premium $9/month or $60/year; Business on request. |
| Free plan limits | No daily or hourly task limits. File size is limited only by your device memory. | Files per task: Merge 25, Compress 2, most tools 1. File size 15–200 MB depending on the tool. Some tools are Premium-only. |
| Account needed | Not needed | Optional for basic use (their terms describe unregistered free users). |
| Where your files go | Processed inside your browser — files are not uploaded (exceptions: HTML to PDF reads a web-page link through our server; AI Summary sends extracted text). | Uploaded to iLovePDF servers (Europe-based company), over HTTPS. |
| How long files are kept | Nothing to delete: your files never reach our server. | Deleted within 2 hours. |
| Compress to an exact size (e.g. 100 KB) | Yes — 50 KB, 100 KB, 200 KB, 500 KB, 1 MB or any custom size, for PDFs and photos. | No — Extreme, Recommended or Less compression. |
| Hindi | Hindi pages for the 15 most used tools; OCR reads Hindi text. | Hindi interface (26 languages). |
| Number of tools | 39 tools | 33 tools |
| Offline / desktop | Install from the browser ("Add to Home screen"); needs internet to open. | Desktop app for Windows and Mac that works offline. |
| Phone apps | No store app needed — works in the phone browser. | iOS and Android apps. |
| AI features | AI Summary in English or Hindi (daily limit). | AI Summarizer, Translate PDF, PDF to Markdown (Premium). |
| Ads | Yes, ads keep it free. | Ads on the free plan; ad-free with Premium. |
Highlighted cells show the stronger option for that row. "Tied" rows are not highlighted.
Where iLovePDF is stronger
- Desktop apps for Windows and Mac that work offline, plus phone apps.
- Premium extras: very large files (up to 4 GB), AI tools, e-signature with audit trail.
- Security certification (ISO/IEC 27001).
Where MiniPDF is stronger
- Exact-size compression for PDFs and photos (50 KB, 100 KB, 200 KB or custom).
- Files stay on your device instead of being uploaded.
- No per-task file limits on any tool.
- India-focused tools and Hindi instructions.
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Questions
Is iLovePDF free?
iLovePDF has a free Basic plan with limits on files per task and file size, and some tools need Premium ($9/month or $60/year on its pricing page). MiniPDF is free with no paid plan.
Does iLovePDF upload my files?
Yes. iLovePDF processes files on its servers and says they are deleted within 2 hours. Its desktop app can work offline. MiniPDF processes PDF and image files in your browser.
Can iLovePDF compress a PDF to 100 KB?
iLovePDF offers compression levels (Extreme, Recommended, Less), not an exact size. With MiniPDF you can choose "Target size: 100 KB".
Sources
- iLovePDF pricing (plans, limits)
- iLovePDF FAQ
- iLovePDF security
- iLovePDF terms
- iLovePDF compress
- iLovePDF desktop
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