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What is PDFBox?

The Apache PDFBox® library is a dynamic open-source solution in Java designed for handling PDF documents effectively. This project not only allows users to create new PDFs but also to modify existing ones and extract various types of content from those files. In addition, Apache PDFBox includes numerous command-line utilities that expand its capabilities even further. Distributed under the Apache License v2.0, the library provides functions for extracting Unicode text from PDFs, splitting a single PDF into several files, and merging multiple PDFs into one cohesive document. Users can also extract data from forms, fill out PDF forms, and ensure that their files meet the PDF/A-1b validation standard. The ability to print PDFs using the standard Java printing API, as well as to create new PDFs that incorporate embedded fonts and images, is also part of its robust feature set. Moreover, users can save PDFs as image files in formats such as PNG or JPEG, which adds to its versatility. The library further allows for the digital signing of PDF documents, thereby enhancing their authenticity and security. Lastly, it is crucial for users to examine the export control information related to the encryption features offered by Apache PDFBox to ensure adherence to applicable regulations, making it a comprehensive tool for PDF management.

What is PDF Library?

Introducing a compact and efficient PDF library designed for the creation, editing, display, and printing of Acrobat PDF documents. This PDF API is not only lightweight but also swift, making it simple to integrate into various projects while being entirely developed in Java. The design of the API eliminates the necessity of understanding the intricate PDF specifications for PDF creation. We strive to obscure the complicated aspects while still providing you with near-total control over the PDF content. Wherever feasible, we leverage standard Java classes; for instance, pages are organized in a java.util.List, allowing for effortless manipulation, such as transferring pages between documents. This leads to an API that is both smaller and more user-friendly. Additionally, the Viewer Extension facilitates the parsing of PDFs and their conversion into bitmap formats for display, as well as saving them as bitmap images (like TIFF) or for printing purposes. While Java 5 claims to support direct PDF printing, the results can often be subpar, and its support for features such as annotations and encrypted documents is frequently lacking. Our PDF library addresses these shortcomings, ensuring reliable and high-quality results across all PDF files. Ultimately, this makes it an essential tool for developers looking to work with PDF documents seamlessly.

Media

Media

Integrations Supported

Additional information not provided

Integrations Supported

Additional information not provided

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

$850.00/one-time/user
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Apache Software Foundation

Date Founded

1999

Company Location

United States

Company Website

pdfbox.apache.org

Company Facts

Organization Name

Big Faceless Organization

Date Founded

1998

Company Location

United Kingdom

Company Website

bfo.com

Categories and Features

PDF

Annotations
Convert to PDF
Digital Signature
Encryption
Merge / Append
PDF Reader
Watermarking

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