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PDFCreator automates document output in Windows-based business environments, covering the whole creation pipeline from conversion to delivery. It converts print output from any application into PDF, JPG, PNG, or TIF via a virtual printer, so existing workflows don’t need to change. Businesses use PDFCreator to streamline repetitive document tasks: output is captured, formatted, named, secured, and routed according to configurable profiles. Typical use cases include automated report generation, batch processing of large document sets, and compliant document delivery in regulated industries. Key capabilities include encryption, password protection, digital signatures, watermarking, MSI-based deployment, Group Policy support, and centralized profile management. It works with Word, Excel, browsers, ERP platforms, and essentially any Windows application that can print. PDFCreator is available as a free edition for individual, non‑commercial use, alongside three paid editions tailored to business, terminal server, and broader enterprise deployments.

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PDFEncrypt is a completely free and open-source tool that allows users to secure PDF files through widely recognized encryption methods. When a PDF is encrypted, its contents become inaccessible to unauthorized users. To read the document, a user must enter the correct password, which is necessary for viewing in applications like Adobe Reader or Adobe Acrobat. This utility enables the encryption of any standard PDF file at no cost, eliminating the need to buy Adobe Acrobat or expose sensitive documents to external servers for encryption. The application operates directly on Windows PCs, allowing users to set a password required for document access, along with various options and permissions that can be applied to the PDF file, making it a versatile solution for document security. With PDFEncrypt, users can maintain control over their confidential information without relying on costly software or online services.

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PDFCreator is available in four editions to match your deployment needs.

PDFCreator Free covers core PDF creation for individual, non-commercial use only.

PDFCreator Professional is built for business workstations, adding COM interface, scripting, Group Policy support, License Server, and MSI deployment. Starting at EUR 29.75 per workstation per year, with volume discounts available.

PDFCreator Terminal Server supports unlimited users per server in Remote Desktop environments, with all Professional features optimized for centralized use. EUR 499.80 per server per year.

PDFCreator Server is designed for high-volume, centralized PDF creation and management, with multi-threading, centralized settings, CS-Script, and License Server support, and MSI package. EUR 1606.50 per server per year.

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