How to Flatten a PDF on iPad
Flatten PDF form fields and annotations on iPad without any app. Free Safari-based tool.
Flatten a filled PDF form on iPad to lock in the data before sharing. FixMyPDF handles it entirely in Safari — no app needed.
Open FixMyPDF in Safari
On your iPad, open Safari and go to fixmypdf.in/tools/flatten-pdf.
Upload the Form PDF
Tap "Choose File" and select the completed PDF form from your Files app or iCloud.
Flatten
Tap Flatten. All form fields, checkboxes, and annotations are merged into the static page — no longer editable.
Download and Share
The flattened PDF downloads to your iPad. Share it via Mail, AirDrop, or Messages knowing the data cannot be changed.
Use Case: Signed Documents
Flatten signed PDFs before emailing them to ensure the signature layer doesn't render incorrectly on the recipient's device.
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