Save Google Docs as PDF Free
Saving as PDF is free in Google Docs. The built-in File > Download method costs nothing. Every account gets 25 free conversions (one-time), with no watermarks on the PDFs.
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The free built-in method
Saving a Google Doc as PDF through File > Download > PDF Document has always been free and always will be. It requires a Google account and an open document, but there is no limit on how many times you can use it. The only cost is your time navigating the menu for each file.
The free extension plan
The free plan of the Docs to PDF extension adds one-click export and batch conversion on top of what Google provides natively. Free accounts get 25 conversions once; paid plans refill every month. No watermarks are added to free plan exports.
When to consider upgrading
The Pro plan gives you 500 conversions every month. For most personal use, the free plan is sufficient.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a free way to save Google Docs as PDF?
Yes. Use File > Download > PDF Document inside the Google Doc. It is free and requires no extensions. The Docs to PDF extension also has a free plan.
Does the free plan add a watermark?
No. PDFs saved with the free plan of the Docs to PDF extension do not have watermarks.
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