Smart PDF Tools
Aadhaar masking, page number adder, split by range, image to PDF, and advanced PDF size reducer.
1. Aadhaar Masking Tool
2. PDF Page Number Adder
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3. PDF Split by Range
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4. Image to PDF (Bulk Upload)
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5. PDF Size Reducer (Advanced)
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About this tool
Smart PDF Tools is a comprehensive collection of specialized PDF utilities designed for Indian users and everyday professional needs. Mask your Aadhaar number in a PDF to share it safely without exposing the full 12-digit number. Add automatic page numbers to any PDF in a consistent footer style. Split a PDF by a custom page range to extract only the pages you need. Convert images to PDF for printing or archiving. And reduce the size of any PDF file before emailing or uploading. All tools run in your browser using PDF-lib, keeping your documents private and secure without any server uploads.
How to use — step by step
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Open Smart PDF Tools
Go to the Smart PDF Tools page on Instant Tools Hub. The suite includes Aadhaar masking, page numbers, PDF split, image-to-PDF, and compression.
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Select the tool you need
Click the tab for your task: 'Mask Aadhaar' to hide your Aadhaar digits, 'Add Page Numbers' to paginate your PDF, 'Split PDF' to extract pages, or 'Compress PDF' to reduce file size.
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Upload your PDF or image
Click Upload or drag and drop your file. Supported formats: PDF for most tools, JPG/PNG for image-to-PDF.
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Configure settings
For Aadhaar masking: the tool auto-detects the number. For split: enter start and end page numbers. For compression: adjust quality level.
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Download the result
Click the action button (Mask, Add Numbers, Split, Convert, or Compress). Download the processed file instantly — nothing is uploaded to any server.
Common use cases
Aadhaar masking for KYC
Mask the first 8 digits of your Aadhaar before sharing it for address proof, protecting against identity theft.
Professional document pagination
Add page numbers to a report or proposal PDF to make it easier for readers to navigate and reference sections.
Extracting specific pages
Pull out pages 5 through 10 from a 50-page contract to share only the relevant section.
Scan archiving
Convert a folder of scanned JPG images into a single organized PDF for storage or submission.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aadhaar masking safe to use here?
Yes. The masking is done entirely in your browser. The original PDF is not uploaded to any server.
What PDF size can I upload?
Files up to 50 MB work well. Very large files may be slow to process in the browser.
Does the page number tool support custom fonts?
The tool uses a standard font. Custom font support is planned for a future update.
Can I combine the split and merge tools together?
Yes. Split a PDF using the split tool, then combine the extracted pages with others using the PDF Merger.