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Rotate PDF
Fix upside-down or misaligned pages with ease. Rotate PDF pages individually or entire scanned documents at once—quick, free, and smooth in any browser.
- Rotate PDFs on Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and Linux
- Trusted by over 1 billion users since 2013
- GDPR compliant and ISO/IEC 27001 certified
Works on Any Device
Use the Rotate PDF tool on Mac, Windows, iOS, or Android—no software downloads required. Just drag-and-drop, rotate, done.Rotate One Page or the Whole File
Choose a single page when only one scan is sideways, or apply the same rotation to every page in the document at once.Preserve Layout and Formatting
Rotation changes the direction of the selected page while keeping its text, images, and layout together, so the page remains readable in its new orientation.40+ Tools for Every PDF Task
Do more than just rotate. Access 40+ PDF tools to edit, merge, compress, and manage your PDFs—all in one place.Private and Secure Processing
Smallpdf uses TLS encryption during file transfer and automatically deletes uploaded files after one hour. It is also GDPR-compliant and ISO/IEC 27001-certified.Download a Corrected Copy
Download a new version of the PDF once the pages are facing the right way. The original file saved on your device remains unchanged.
How To Rotate a PDF File Online
- Import or drag & drop your file into our Rotate PDF tool.
- Use the rotate icons to rotate individual PDF pages as desired.
- Click "Finish” and wait just a second.
- Edit the document with our other PDF editing tools if needed.
- Download your new PDF file—easy!
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I rotate a PDF online for free?
You can rotate a PDF for free by uploading your file to Smallpdf's Rotate PDF tool, clicking the rotation icons to adjust individual pages or the entire document, and downloading the corrected file. The whole process takes just seconds and works directly in your browser.
How to rotate a PDF on Mac or Windows?
As Smallpdf is an online PDF software, you can permanently rotate PDF files on any operating system. Mac, Windows, Linux -you name it. All you need is an internet connection.
Can I rotate just one page in a PDF?
Yes, you can rotate individual pages within your PDF without affecting the rest of the document. Simply click on the specific page you want to adjust and use the rotation icons to turn it 90, 180, or 270 degrees.
Will rotating my PDF permanently save the changes?
When you download the rotated PDF, the updated orientation is saved in that new file. The original PDF on your device has not changed.
What devices can I use to rotate a PDF?
You can rotate PDFs on any device with a web browser, including Mac, Windows, iOS, Android, and Linux computers and mobile devices. No software installation is required.
Is there a file size limit for rotating PDFs?
Smallpdf allows you to rotate PDFs of various sizes, and Pro users have access to unlimited file processing for larger documents. Most standard documents process instantly without any issues.