Corrupt PDF Repair
PDF Recovery Software
PDF Recovery repairs damaged PDF files and brings your text and images back. Load the file, preview the result and save a healthy copy.
- Text and images recovered
- Advance Scan for severe damage
- Bulk recovery for many files
- Windows and Mac editions
- Free DemoTest before you buy
- 30 Day RefundDemo test comes first
- Card or PayPalHosted store checkout
- Fast License KeySent by email
- 24x7 SupportChat and email
1Is this my case?
Which Cases Need PDF Recovery?
Find your case below. RecoveryTools software repairs the PDF and leaves your original file alone.
- PDF Will Not OpenYour viewer shows an error every time you open the file.
- Save Was InterruptedPower loss hit while your PDF was saving.
- Virus Damaged the FileMalware corrupted your document.
- Pages Show BlankYour PDF opens with missing text and images.
- Many Files Are BrokenYour folder of PDF files needs a batch fix.
- Important Papers InsideYour contract or report sits in a damaged file.
Text and Images
Recover the content of damaged PDF files.
Advance Scan
Scan severely corrupted files.
Bulk Mode
Recover a folder of PDF files at once.
PDF Recovery on Windows needs Adobe Reader or Acrobat on the computer.
Free demo mode previews the recovered PDF and does not save it.
2What changes?
What Changes After the Recovery?
Before
- PDF that fails to open
- Pages with missing text and images
- Papers stuck in a damaged file
After
- Scan finds the damage
- Recovered pages appear in a preview
- Healthy PDF saved in a new location
3What can it do?
Which Features Come With PDF Recovery?
Add the file, set your clues and recover the password from one window.
Text and Images Recovered
Bring back the text and pictures of a damaged PDF file.
Advance Scan
Scan highly corrupted files and find what is still usable.
Preview Before Saving
Check the recovered pages before you export them.
Formatting Stays Intact
Keep the original layout in the recovered file.
Form Objects and Links
Extract form objects, graphics, hyperlinks and images.
Bulk Recovery
Load many PDF files and recover them in one pass.
Every PDF Version
Open PDF files made by Office programs and printers.
Original File Untouched
Your damaged PDF stays as it is and a new file holds the result.
Windows and Mac
Use the edition that matches your computer.
4Is it easy?
How to Recover a PDF Password in 4 Steps
Test the recovery on a small file in the free demo. Buy the license when you want every character.
- 1Download
Install the Demo
Download the installer and install it on your Windows or Mac computer.
- 2Load
Load the PDF File
Load the damaged PDF file and wait for the scan. Mac users click Add Files or Add Folder.
- 3Preview
Preview the Recovered Data
Check the recovered pages and objects in the preview.
- 4Save
Export the PDF
Save the recovered PDF as a new file in the folder you select.
Screenshots of every step sit in the PDF Recovery guide.
5What will I see?
Which Screens Does the Software Show?
Follow the path from the mode options to the recovered password.
Scan the PDF File
Load the damaged PDF and wait for the scan to finish.
Preview the Recovered PDF
Check the recovered text and images before you save.
Export the PDF
Save the recovered file to a new location.
6Demo or full?
Free Demo vs Full Version
See where the free demo stops and what a license adds.
| Feature | Free Demo | Full Version |
|---|---|---|
| Add and scan PDF files | Yes | Yes |
| Preview of recovered PDF | Yes | Yes |
| Bulk recovery | Yes | Yes |
| Save the recovered PDF | No | Yes |
| Price | Free | From $29 |
7Will it fit my system?
System Requirements for PDF Recovery
| Product Version | 4.0 for Windows and 4.3 for Mac |
|---|---|
| Download Size | 74.7 MB for Windows and 91.1 MB for Mac |
| Product Type | Desktop software that repairs corrupt PDF files |
| Input Files | Damaged PDF files from Office programs and printers |
| Windows | Windows 11 in 64 bit, Windows 10, 8 and 7 in 32 and 64 bit, plus Windows Server 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008 |
| Mac | macOS 10.8 and later on Intel and Apple Silicon |
| Processor | Intel Core, Intel Core Ultra, AMD Ryzen or Snapdragon X on Windows and Intel or Apple Silicon on Mac |
| RAM and Disk Space | 8 GB RAM recommended with 100 MB of free space on Windows and 5 GB of free space for data on Mac |
| Pre Requisite | Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later and Adobe Reader or Acrobat on Windows and a United States system region with English language on Mac |
| Demo Limit | Scans and previews the recovered PDF and does not save it |
8What is the price?
How Much Does PDF Recovery Cost?
Choose the license by the number of computers. Prices are in US dollars.
1 Computer
$29
- Home and private use
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 100 Computers
$129
- One location in one country
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Up to 500 Computers
$399
- Offices in many places
- 1 year of free updates
- Unlimited 24x7 support
Need more PDF tools? PDF Tools Suite adds PDF Unlocker, PDF Split & Merge, PDF Watermark, PDF Form Filler and PDF Toolbox for $79 instead of $204.
Mac edition licenses cost $49, $199 and $499. Buy the Mac edition license or download the Mac edition demo. See more savings on the RecoveryTools offers page.
9Is it safe?
Can You Trust the Software With Your PDF Files?
See Results First
Test the free demo on a damaged PDF and preview the recovered pages before you pay.
In Business Since 2007
RecoveryTools stands on a company that began in 2007 and now helps users in over 100 countries. Find more about RecoveryTools.
ISO Certified
Standards ISO 9001:2015 for quality and ISO/IEC 27001:2013 for information security back the company. See the awards and certifications page.
Terms in Plain Sight
Refund, privacy and usage terms are public before you pay. See the refund policy, privacy policy and terms of use.
10Need a hand?
Where to Get Help With Your PDF Recovery
Support engineers answer questions before and after you buy. Visit the RecoveryTools support center for phone numbers and more ways to get help.
Live Chat
Talk to an expert on live chat at any hour.
Email Support
Email support@systoolsgroup.com with your PDF details and the error message.
Remote Session
An expert connects to your computer and solves a hard case for you.
Step by Step Guide
Follow the user guide for the load, preview and export screens.
11Still have a question?
Questions About Repairing PDF Files
Can the software repair a corrupt PDF file?
Yes. Load the damaged PDF, wait for the scan, preview the content and export a healthy copy.
Can the software recover text and images?
Yes. Text and images come back, together with form objects, graphics and hyperlinks.
What does Advance Scan do?
Advance Scan works on highly corrupted files and recovers the data that remains usable.
Can I recover many PDF files at once?
Yes. Add many files or a folder and recover them in one pass.
Does the software change my formatting?
No. Layout and data stay intact in the recovered file.
Does the software change my damaged PDF?
No. Software saves a new healthy file in a new location and leaves your original alone.
What causes a PDF to corrupt?
Power loss or a crash during saving, a virus, malware and a program that closes too early all damage PDF files.
Do I need Adobe Acrobat installed?
On Windows, yes. Adobe Reader or Acrobat must sit on the computer that recovers the file.
What does the free demo do?
Free demo mode previews the recovered PDF. Saving the file needs the full version.
Is there a Mac edition?
Yes. Mac edition 4.3 works on Intel and Apple Silicon from macOS 10.8. Set the system region to United States and the language to English. Get the Mac edition demo or the Mac edition license.
Which Windows versions work?
Windows 11 in 64 bit, Windows 10, 8 and 7 plus Windows Server 2016, 2012 R2 and 2008 work. Install Microsoft .NET Framework 4.5 or later first.
What is the system requirement for the software?
Windows plans for 100 MB of free disk space and 8 GB RAM. Mac plans for 5 GB of free disk space and 8 GB RAM.
How much does the software cost?
Personal costs $29 for 1 computer. Business costs $129 for up to 100 computers. Enterprise costs $399 for up to 500 computers. Mac edition licenses cost $49, $199 and $499.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. Refund requests are accepted for 30 days under the RecoveryTools refund policy. Software bought without a demo evaluation does not qualify. Email a signed Letter of Destruction to sales@recovery-tools.org. Bundle purchases cannot be refunded.
12Where next?
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Repair Your PDF With the Free Demo
Download the free demo, preview your recovered PDF and buy the license when you want to save it.