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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
ChatPDF
Pricing
Freemium — Free – $5/mo
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web
Best for
Students, Researchers
Editor rating
4.4 / 5
Founded
2023
Headquarters
Germany

What is ChatPDF?

ChatPDF is a ai chatbots tool from ChatPDF. ChatPDF lets users upload PDFs and ask questions to get summaries and answers grounded in the document.

ChatPDF uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $5/mo.

It's best suited to students, researchers and runs on Web.

Standout strengths include simple to use, fast pdf q&a, cited page references. Worth weighing: single-document focus on free tier, page and size limits.

ChatPDF pricing

Free
Free
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Plus
$5/mo
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Pros

  • Simple to use
  • Fast PDF Q&A
  • Cited page references

Cons

  • Single-document focus on free tier
  • Page and size limits

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Frequently asked questions

What is ChatPDF?

ChatPDF lets users upload PDFs and ask questions to get summaries and answers grounded in the document.

How much does ChatPDF cost?

ChatPDF is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $5/mo.

Does ChatPDF have a free trial?

ChatPDF offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does ChatPDF support?

ChatPDF is available on Web.