PDF tools for Designers

graphic and product designers

Why use this

• Compress portfolio PDFs under email caps without losing image fidelity.
• Crop print bleeds before sending to the printer — free, no Acrobat license needed.
• Watermark WIP concepts with the client name to deter silent sharing.
• AES-256 encryption protects unreleased product imagery and brand strategy decks.
• Works on the same Mac you design on — Safari, Chrome and Arc all supported.

Tools compared

• Crop PDF — trim artboard bleed before print
• Compress PDF — shrink portfolios with quality-preserving Low preset
• Merge PDF — combine logo, brand guide and asset sheet into one deliverable
• Watermark — stamp client name on concept files
• Sign PDF — capture creative-brief and signoff signatures

Frequently asked questions

Will Compress PDF ruin a high-end portfolio?

Use the Low compression preset to preserve image fidelity. The Recommended preset is invisible on screen but mildly softer in commercial print — pick based on the recipient.

Can PDFWix replace Acrobat for a freelance designer?

For day-to-day operational work (crop, compress, merge, watermark, sign) yes. For Distiller-grade preflight or advanced color management, rent an Acrobat seat per project.

Does Crop PDF affect print bleed?

Crop PDF removes the cropped area from the printable region. Set crop marks before exporting from InDesign or Figma so the printer still has bleed reference if you crop after export.