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pdfMachine

by Broadgun Software · Since 2001
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Quick facts
VendorBroadgun Software
Year launched2001
StatusActive
LocationAustralia
Countries servedN/A
Languages8
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierYES
Free trialYES
Contact salesNO

About pdfMachine

A PDF creation tool for Windows that functions as a virtual printer. Users can create a PDF by printing any document to the "Broadgun pdfMachine printer". It supports merging multiple documents into a single PDF by printing them sequentially.

pdfMachine is a PDF utility for Windows developed by Broadgun Software. Its core functionality is delivered through a virtual printer driver, allowing users to convert any printable document into a PDF file simply by using the print command. The software supports appending multiple documents from different sources into a single PDF file. It is available in several editions (office, pro, ultimate) with varying features. Pricing is based on a one-time purchase per user, with discounts for larger license packs. The software is available for download with a free demo version that adds an advertisement to created PDFs. Support is available via email and an online chat widget.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Simple PDF creation process via a virtual printer.
  • Allows merging of multiple documents into one PDF.
  • One-time purchase licensing model instead of a subscription.
Cons
  • The free demo version places an advertisement on every page of the created PDF.
  • Only available for Windows operating systems.

Features

Key features

Virtual Printer

Creates PDF files by printing from any application to the virtual 'Broadgun pdfMachine printer'.

Document Merging

Appends multiple documents into a single PDF by printing them consecutively.

Windows Compatibility

Runs on Windows x64 and ARM64 operating systems.

Pricing

Free trial
Free version
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Promo Offer

One-time purchase

pdfMachine office
USD 49
per user · one-time
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pdfMachine pro
USD 69
per user · one-time
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pdfMachine ultimate
USD 99
per user · one-time
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pdfMachine merge
USD 249
per user · one-time
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Countries & Languages

Countries served
8
Interface languages
4
Billing currencies

Interface languages

EnglishGermanFrenchSpanishItalianPortugueseDanishPolish

Billing currencies

🇺🇸USD🇦🇺AUD🇪🇺EUR🇬🇧GBP

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