PDF995 Printer Driver for Windows

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Editors’ Review

Download.com staffJuly 31, 2026

Simple and streamlined, this is a useful application--if you don't mind being pestered with pop-ups. PDF995 uses the open-source GNU Ghostscript utility to convert any document file into PDF format. During testing, we were impressed with the program's conversion speed and the quality of the converted documents. The program works seamlessly, installing a "virtual" printer for converting documents. When you want to convert, you simply choose "Print" in any application (Microsoft Word, for example) and the application converts the document. PDF995 does not allow you to configure settings to your preference, however, such as security or compression options.

Another frustrating "feature" is the two-part download that requires separate installations of the printer driver and free converter. The slew of advertisements and pop-ups also get pesky during use. As freeware, PDF995 isn't a bad choice for those who need a standard tool for PDF conversion and don't mind a bit of advertising bother.

PDF995 Printer Driver for Windows

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Full Specifications

GENERAL

Release: March 20, 2013

Latest update: July 31, 2026

Version: 25.0

OPERATING SYSTEMS

Platform: Windows

Operating System

Windows NT
Windows 7
Windows 95
Windows ME
Windows 98
Windows 98 SE
Windows 2000
Windows 8.1
Windows 10
Windows 8
Windows XP
Windows Vista

POPULARITY

Total Downloads: 790,941

Downloads Last Week: 0

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User Reviews

3.7/5

66 User Votes

Works as advertised
tdidymasNovember 5, 2016
Pros
Easy to use, easy to install, prints to pdf file.
Cons
Must install 2nd SW install in order for the print function to work. Loses some part of image on screen when printing from web page; you should review the page first in the print preview, you may need to 'massage' it. Sometimes have to select text because initially it places ads over text. Popup advertisements are an annoyance, but this happens only when printing.
Summary
Not using the converter, only using the printer for saving web pages as pdf. Besides the popup annoyance, it works well. Just select the pdf995 as the selected printer. Much better than saving complete web pages as html. Saving web pages as html sometimes crashes or hangs due to bad links, but pdf995 works around that problem, and is faster.
Works perfectly
dunnd3April 16, 2013
Pros
Not only works perfectly but works when my Adobe PDF fails.
Cons
A minor con is that the free version shows an ad.
Summary
Works perfectly
Excellent product.
rj-workApril 3, 2013
Pros
Well worth having in your tool box. Main advantage is u can create a good looking document from something plainer (eg Tax return using e-tax software but printing output to the Pdf995 pseudo-printer file) and then use Adobe pdf-reader to print this file, using the latter's options to print multiple pages to a page-side plus double-sided printing to save paper and filing space.
Cons
The fact that this software is in two pieces - the printer driver, plus the converter. I find this confusing, particularly when one or other needs updating - I can never remember the procedure, or how to see if I am up-to-date on both parts. (The one-page pop-up at the end is no problem, as this lets it be free software!)
Summary
Good - works well - no bugs - the fact of it being in 2 parts is a bit confusing (to me).<br /><br /><span class='notifyMsg'> Updated </span>on May 9, 2013<p/>No change to original review.
Problems now
stephenmugfordAugust 5, 2012
Pros
was a great little app, loved it
Cons
loaded 11.4 and has not worked since
Summary
stick with the older version!
Really useful prog.
rj_at_boroniaDecember 23, 2011
Pros
By creating a .pdf file and then loading and printing this via Adobe Reader, you get much flexibility re printing - eg printing 2 pages side-by-side on the one sheet and then optionally double-sided gives 4 pages to one A4 sheet; plus other Pro's.
Cons
A bit hard to understand at first, but not very. Not sure now why u need the main Driver plus a separate Converter prog. However not a lot of trouble to install & run.
Summary
See Pro's & Con's above. {I won't review the Converter separately - the above covers both together.}
Works well with the PDF 995 software
jbob77October 11, 2011
Pros
It is fast and simple
Cons
Have no cons from me
Summary
I like how the system works and it is simple to use
no problems
sseligman1September 11, 2011
Pros
works for me
Cons
ad keeps reappearing but is easily dismissed
Summary
Great Way To "Print to PDF"
ericjahnsenMay 23, 2011
Pros
If you can print it, this software will let you create a PDF of it. Have even used it to "PDF print" a fillable-form PDF file that does not allow saving. Extremely useful for "PDF archiving." Purchased $20 license in NOV 2008 and use it every day.
Cons
The very latest version of Adobe's non-saveable, fillable-form PDF file would not let me "PDF print" it. Latest software update may have taken care of that problem. Pro: software loads on to your computer just like another printer.
Summary
I find this software extraordinarily useful to capture windows showing things like bill payment confirmation numbers or online investment transactions or bank account transaction lists. The list is endless. I did not look at what the current cost of the software is but the $20 it cost me in late 2008 was ridiculously low. I made a point to use the software to "PDF print" the pdfSuite995 key email that software995 sent me after the purchase.
Did not work
mgonza29March 15, 2011
Pros
It did not work so I don't see anything good yet.
Cons
Kept having install things and still didn't work :(
Summary
Easy to download, install and use, good free ware.
alloydznFebruary 22, 2011
Pros
Again easy to download, install and use. Installed for a client who wanted something inexpensive or free to use for converting reports into pdf files. Works very well and is easy for them to use. The ads are awkward buy hey, it is free!
Cons
The ads at the end of the process each time.
Summary

Developer’s Description

Create professional-quality documents in PDF file format.