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A PDF (Portable Document Format) is a versatile file format developed by Adobe to present and exchange documents, including text formatting and images, independently of the software, hardware, or operating system used by the viewer. It is a universal format widely used for sharing documents that are intended to be viewed, not edited.

Key characteristics of a PDF

Portability: The "portable" in its name means that a PDF file can be viewed on any device—including computers, tablets, and smartphones—and will retain the intended layout, fonts, and graphics. This is crucial for maintaining a professional and consistent appearance for documents like invoices, contracts, and presentations.

Integrity and security: PDFs preserve the original formatting, protecting the document from being easily altered. This makes it a popular format for legal and business documents. PDFs can also be secured with password protection and electronic signatures to verify the sender's identity.

Rich content support: In addition to text and images, PDFs can contain a variety of other media and elements.