Rotate PDF - Permanently Save Orientation (No Upload)
Rotate PDF pages 90°, 180°, or 270° instantly
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Supported formats: .pdf, application/pdf
Rotate PDF Pages Online Free - Fix PDF Orientation Instantly
Rotate PDF pages by 90°, 180°, or 270° with our free online PDF rotation tool. Fix sideways scans, correct document orientation, and adjust page layouts in seconds. Our browser-based tool processes files locally on your device—no uploads, no privacy concerns, no software installation required.
90° / 180° / 270° Rotation • Batch Processing • 100% Browser-Based
How to Rotate PDF Pages
Fix PDF orientation in 4 simple steps
Upload your PDF file by dragging and dropping or clicking to browse
Supports multiple PDF files up to 100MB each. Process up to 50 files in one batch.
Click the rotation buttons to rotate pages 90° clockwise or counterclockwise
Rotate individual pages by clicking the rotate icon on each thumbnail, or rotate all pages at once.
Preview the rotation on page thumbnails before processing
Thumbnails update in real-time to show the exact orientation before you commit.
Click 'Rotate PDF' and download your corrected document
Processing happens entirely in your browser using WebAssembly technology.
Why Choose PDFyogi PDF Rotation Tool?
The fastest way to fix PDF page orientation online
100% Browser-Based Privacy
Your PDF files never leave your device. All rotation processing happens locally in your browser using WebAssembly technology. No server uploads, no data collection, complete privacy.
Instant Visual Preview
See exactly how your rotated pages will look before processing. Thumbnails update in real-time as you click the rotation buttons, so there are no surprises.
Selective or Batch Rotation
Rotate individual pages that need fixing, or apply the same rotation to all pages at once. Perfect for mixed-orientation scanned documents.
Zero Quality Loss
Rotation only changes page orientation metadata without recompressing content. Your text, images, and formatting remain pixel-perfect.
Works on Any Device
No software installation required. Works in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android devices.
Completely Free Forever
No file size limits, no daily usage restrictions, no registration required. Rotate unlimited PDFs without watermarks or hidden fees.
PDF Rotation Use Cases
Common scenarios where PDF rotation saves the day
Fixing Scanned Documents
Scanners often produce sideways or upside-down pages. Rotate scanned contracts, receipts, and documents to the correct orientation for easy reading.
Example: Correct a 50-page scanned contract with mixed landscape and portrait pages
Correcting Mobile Scans
Phone camera scans and PDF apps sometimes save pages in the wrong orientation. Quickly fix orientation issues from mobile document captures.
Example: Fix sideways photos of whiteboards captured with your phone
Adjusting Presentation Slides
Some PDF presentations have slides in wrong orientations. Rotate landscape slides to portrait or vice versa for proper display.
Example: Convert landscape presentation PDFs to portrait for printing
Preparing Documents for Printing
Ensure all pages are correctly oriented before printing. Avoid wasted paper from printing upside-down or sideways pages.
Example: Fix orientation before sending a report to the printer
Combining Different Sources
When merging PDFs from different sources, pages may have inconsistent orientations. Rotate to unify the document appearance.
Example: Standardize orientation after merging scans from multiple devices
Accessibility Compliance
Correctly oriented documents are easier to read with screen readers and assistive technologies. Fix orientation for accessibility compliance.
Example: Prepare documents for visually impaired users
Rotate PDF on Any Platform
Step-by-step guides for every device and operating system
Rotate PDF on Windows
Works perfectly in Chrome, Firefox, and Edge on Windows 10/11. No Adobe Acrobat required.
- Open PDFyogi in Chrome, Firefox, or Edge
- Upload your PDF file or drag and drop
- Click rotation buttons on thumbnails or use 'Rotate All'
- Download your corrected PDF
Rotate PDF on Mac
Best experience in Safari or Chrome on macOS. Faster than Preview's rotation feature.
- Open PDFyogi in Safari or Chrome
- Select your PDF from Finder
- Rotate pages as needed using the visual interface
- Export corrected PDF to your preferred location
Rotate PDF on Linux
Works on all Linux distributions with Firefox or Chrome. No command-line tools needed.
- Open PDFyogi in Firefox or Chrome
- Upload PDF from your file manager
- Apply rotation to pages
- Download the rotated file
Rotate PDF on iPhone & iPad
Full functionality in Safari on iOS 14+. Access PDFs from Files app, iCloud, or email attachments.
- Open PDFyogi in Safari on your iPhone/iPad
- Tap to select PDF from Files app
- Tap rotation buttons to fix orientation
- Save to Files app or share directly
Rotate PDF on Android
Works in Chrome on Android devices. Access PDFs from Downloads, Drive, or file manager.
- Open PDFyogi in Chrome on Android
- Select your PDF file
- Rotate pages using the on-screen controls
- Download or share the corrected PDF
PDFyogi vs Other PDF Rotation Tools
See how we compare to popular PDF rotation solutions
| Feature | PDFyogi | Adobe Acrobat | Smallpdf | iLovePDF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $14.99/mo | Free* | Free* |
| Privacy (No Upload) | ✓ Full | ✓ Desktop app | ✗ Server upload | ✗ Server upload |
| Batch Rotation | ✓ Up to 50 files | ✓ Unlimited | ○ 2 files/day | ○ Limited |
| Selective Page Rotation | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Visual Preview | ✓ Real-time | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Quality Preservation | ✓ Lossless | ✓ Lossless | ✓ Lossless | ✓ Lossless |
| Works Offline | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| File Size Limit | 100MB | Unlimited | 5GB | 100MB |
| Registration Required | No | Yes | No | No |
PDFyogi offers the best combination of privacy, unlimited usage, and features. Unlike server-based tools, your files never leave your device, and there are no daily limits or hidden fees.
Advanced PDF Rotation Tips
Expert techniques for efficient PDF page rotation
Use Batch Rotation for Consistency
When all pages need the same rotation, use the 'Rotate All' button instead of clicking each thumbnail. This ensures uniform orientation across the entire document.
Preview Before Processing
Always check the thumbnail previews before clicking 'Rotate PDF'. The visual preview shows exactly how each page will appear in the final document.
Handle Mixed Orientations
For documents with mixed landscape and portrait pages, rotate individual pages selectively. Click the rotate button on specific thumbnails rather than using batch rotation.
Know Your Rotation Angles
90° clockwise fixes pages scanned sideways (left edge up). 180° fixes upside-down pages. 270° (or 90° counterclockwise) fixes pages scanned sideways the other way.
Process Multiple Files Efficiently
Upload all PDFs that need the same rotation at once. Apply the rotation settings and process them all in a single batch for maximum efficiency.
Combine with Other Tools
After rotating, use our Merge PDF tool to combine documents or Split PDF to extract specific pages. Rotation is often the first step in a document workflow.
Technical Specifications
Detailed technical information about our PDF rotation tool
Frequently Asked Questions About PDF Rotation
Use PDFyogi's free online PDF rotation tool. Upload your PDF, click the rotation buttons to rotate pages 90°, 180°, or 270°, preview the changes, and download your corrected document. No registration, no payment, no limits.
Yes. Each page thumbnail has its own rotation button. Click the rotate icon on the specific page you want to rotate while leaving other pages unchanged. This is perfect for documents with mixed-orientation pages.
No. PDF rotation is a lossless operation that only changes page orientation metadata. The actual content—text, images, graphics—remains untouched and pixel-perfect. No recompression occurs.
When you rotate and download a PDF using our tool, the rotation is permanently saved in the file. The downloaded PDF will always display with the new orientation in any PDF viewer.
Yes. PDFyogi works in mobile browsers on both iPhone and Android. Open the tool in Safari (iOS) or Chrome (Android), upload your PDF, rotate pages using the touch-friendly interface, and save the result.
Scanners sometimes save pages in the wrong orientation based on how the paper was fed or the scanner's auto-orientation settings. Our tool lets you quickly fix these orientation issues without rescanning.
Yes. Upload up to 50 PDF files and apply the same rotation to all of them in one batch. Each file processes independently and you can download them individually or as a ZIP archive.
90° clockwise rotation turns the page so the left edge becomes the top. 270° clockwise (same as 90° counterclockwise) turns the page so the right edge becomes the top. 180° flips the page upside down.
No. PDFyogi runs entirely in your web browser. No downloads, no plugins, no software installation required. Just open the website and start rotating PDFs immediately.
With PDFyogi, yes. Your files never leave your device—all processing happens locally in your browser using WebAssembly. We never upload, store, or access your documents. You can verify this in your browser's Network tab.
Troubleshooting PDF Rotation
Common issues and how to fix them