Free PDF Reader for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffFebruary 25, 2026

This software provides a straightforward solution for opening and reading PDF files. It promises easy installation and operation, making PDF viewing accessible for all users.

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Pros
- Opens and reads PDF files.
- Easy installation process.
- Includes a short guide for features.
- Operates without other required software.
Cons
- No advanced PDF editing features.
- Limited functionality beyond basic reading.
- Converter functionality not detailed.

Free PDF Reader for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: February 2, 2015

Latest update: February 25, 2026

Version: 1.0

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows 8
Windows NT
Windows 2003
Windows 10
Windows XP
Windows 2000
Windows Vista
Windows Server
Windows 98
Windows 7
Windows ME

Additional Requirements: None

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 274,129

Downloads Last Week: 1

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User Reviews

2.8/5

13 User Votes

Good choice!
Janita TishaFebruary 12, 2016
Pros
With this tool I can quickly open PDF files
Cons
Just great, works well
Summary
Small and simple
Elizabeth ShanFebruary 10, 2016
Pros
With this tool I can view my PDF files easily and free!
Cons
not found any
Summary
Hijacked my browser
FoxfierFebruary 1, 2016
Pros
Did, in fact, open a PDF file.
Cons
Read the PDF as a (grainy) image, when it was text in adobe. I would guess that Adobe has text recognition of some sort, while this one just reads exactly what was scanned in. Installed "Chromium" which then opened my existing Chrome install, changing all the search preferences. This is after I declined the various "offers." Only noticed because in windows 10 I have my Chrome profile pinned to the bar-- and it was opening as if it were a different program, but was still on my profile. Then I noticed the changed search results. I don't know what else it did, when I noticed that my search was changed to yahoo I went and found that Yahoo, Ask.com, Safesearch and Conduit (!!!) had been added. I haven't even done a malware scan yet.
Summary
If you've got a machine you don't care about unwanted program changes on, go for it.
Perfect tool to view PDF
Jai FeezzJanuary 25, 2016
Pros
Installing the right type of PDF reader tool is essential to view these files. Free PDF Reader app is the perfect choice for this purpose. I had no issues while installing and using this freeware. It is one of the best tools that I have now. The features are incredible and easy to comprehend. It also includes a help file which proved really useful.
Cons
nothing to highlight as a flaw.
Summary
This App Provides Complete Solutions for Viewing PDF Fi
Felton KeoDecember 31, 2015
Pros
Viewing PDF files is no more an issue for me because I have now installed this Free PDF Reader. I could install the app easily, thanks to the tutorial on it that hand-held me throughout the process.
Cons
No minus points whatsoever.
Summary
Perfect solution
Ronald J. FranklinDecember 15, 2015
Pros
there are no hassles once you have installed the Free PDF Reader tool on your comp. It is an excellent program that is designed to view PDF files easily. It has a small tutorial which can be used easily.
Cons
it lacks advanced options. However, it has no malware.
Summary
Once the PDF file downloaded, it cannot be opened!
Rafique SulemanDecember 14, 2015
Pros
NONE TO STATE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Cons
In the earlier version, I could save the file for future reading. With this version, the saved file does not open. I can view the downloaded PDF file, however, it cannot be stored for future archiving. I shall remove it and find some other alternate that serves my purpose. Bye bye PDF Reader.
Summary
Waste of time if downladed, specially, when better free alternates are available.
Completely horrible
December 6, 2015
Pros
There are none.
Cons
I wouldn't even know where to begin.
Summary
Virus/Adware
VanishingEscapeJuly 11, 2015
Pros
There are no pros.
Cons
Adware bad reputation and false claims
Summary
DO NOT DOWNLOAD.It is trickery.It should be removed from this site.
NOT WORTH THE DOWNLOAD!
ganerdMay 9, 2015
Pros
NOT WORTH THE DOWNLOAD!
Cons
Fraudulently claims it is FREE yet it is CLEARLY ad-ware! Their website blocked by anti-virus AND web security programs as MALWARE!!! SO, if you download via CNET's ad-ware supported downloader TRIPLES your problems! Doesn't integrate with windows (support drag and drop) Basic links in PDF files, like email addresses, don't do anything (i.e. are inactive). Doesn't integrate with Firefox as well as the free Foxit HARD TO REMOVE!!!
Summary
I agree chuckellerslie, "The gap between this and (say) Foxit Reader is enormous - different league" NOT WORTH THE DOWNLOAD!

Developer’s Description

By Free PDF Solutions

Open and read PDF files.