iLovePDF offers a wide range of PDF tools, but files are processed on its servers and free users hit task limits. FileZap runs in your browser (your files never leave your device), with no task cap, sign-up or watermark.
| FileZap | iLovePDF | |
|---|---|---|
| Files uploaded to a server? | No — processed in your browser | Yes |
| Free & unlimited? | Yes, no daily cap | Limited free tier |
| Sign-up / account needed? | No | Often for full use |
| Watermark on output? | Never | Sometimes |
| Compress to an exact size (KB)? | Yes | No |
| Works offline after load? | Yes (client-side) | No (server-based) |
Yes. For image and PDF compression, conversion, resizing and merging, FileZap covers the same everyday jobs while keeping your files on your own device and staying free with no limits.
iLovePDF processes files on its servers, which means your documents are uploaded. FileZap does everything locally in your browser, so your files are never uploaded.
Yes — every tool is free and unlimited, with no account, no watermark and no hidden paywall.