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Convert SVG to PDF - Preserve Vectors for Print and Sharing

Turn your SVG graphics into universally shareable PDF documents. Perfect for printing.

Step 1: Upload your files

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Step 2: Choose format
Step 3: Convert files

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Why Convert SVG to PDF?

SVG files are fantastic for web graphics and scalable designs, but they hit a wall when it comes to sharing and printing. Not everyone has software that opens SVG files properly, and most printers simply reject them.

PDF solves both problems. Your vector graphics stay sharp at any size, and the resulting file works everywhere-Windows, Mac, phones, tablets, and every printer on the planet.

How to Convert SVG to PDF

  1. Upload your SVG file - Drag and drop or click to select your vector graphic
  2. Confirm PDF output - PDF is selected as your output format
  3. Download your PDF - Your vector graphic is now in a universally compatible format

The entire process takes seconds. No software to install, no account required.

SVG vs PDF: What Changes

Both SVG and PDF can contain vector graphics, but they serve different purposes:

  • SVG - XML-based format designed for web display. Editable with code. Not widely supported outside browsers
  • PDF - Document format designed for sharing and printing. Locked layout. Universal support across all devices

In our testing, converted PDFs maintained all vector sharpness from the original SVG. Lines, curves, and text scaled perfectly at any zoom level or print size.

When You Need This Conversion

Professional Printing

Print shops and online printing services universally accept PDF. Most reject SVG entirely. Convert your logos, illustrations, or designs to PDF before sending to any print service.

Client Deliverables

Clients may not have design software. Sending an SVG often results in confusion. PDF opens on any computer without special software-your work displays exactly as intended.

Document Embedding

Need to include a vector graphic in a report or proposal? PDF graphics embed seamlessly into other PDFs and maintain quality when printed.

Portfolio Compilation

Combine multiple SVG designs into a single PDF portfolio. Easier to share with potential clients or employers than sending individual vector files.

Vector Quality Preserved

Unlike converting to raster formats like SVG to JPG or SVG to PNG, converting to PDF keeps your graphics as true vectors. This means:

  • Infinite scalability without pixelation
  • Smaller file sizes for simple graphics
  • Crisp text at any size
  • Print-ready quality at any resolution

If you need a raster image instead, PNG is better for web use while JPG works for photographs.

Works on Any Device

Our converter runs entirely in your browser:

  • Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook
  • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge
  • iPhone, iPad, Android tablets and phones

No downloads, no plugins, no waiting. Your SVG files stay on your device-we process everything locally for speed and privacy.

Pro Tip

For print-ready PDFs, ensure your SVG uses CMYK colors rather than RGB if your print shop requires it. Most web SVGs use RGB, which may look slightly different when printed.

Common Mistake

Sending SVG files directly to clients or print shops. Many recipients can't open SVGs properly, leading to display issues or rejection. Always convert to PDF for universal compatibility.

Best For

Designers who need to share logos, illustrations, or vector artwork with clients, print shops, or anyone who might not have design software installed.

Not Recommended

If you need to edit the graphic after conversion, stick with SVG. PDFs are meant for final output, not ongoing design work. Also unnecessary if you're only using the graphic on websites-SVG works great in browsers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. PDF supports vector graphics natively, so your SVG converts without any quality loss. Lines, curves, and text remain perfectly sharp at any size or zoom level.

Most printers and print services don't accept SVG files. Converting to PDF first ensures your file is accepted by any printer while maintaining full vector quality.

SVG is designed for web display and can be edited with code. PDF is designed for sharing and printing with a locked layout. Both support vectors, but PDF has universal compatibility across all devices and software.

File size depends on the graphic's complexity. For simple vector graphics, PDFs are often similar in size to SVGs. Complex graphics with many paths may be slightly larger, but the difference is usually minimal.

Yes. Upload multiple SVG files and convert them all to PDF in a single batch. Each SVG becomes its own PDF file, or you can combine them into one multi-page PDF.

Completely free with no limits. Convert as many SVG files to PDF as you need without signing up or paying anything.

PDFs are designed to preserve layout rather than enable editing. For design changes, edit your original SVG first, then convert again. For minor PDF edits, you'll need PDF editing software.

PDF preserves vector quality for infinite scalability and crisp printing. PNG converts vectors to pixels at a fixed resolution. Choose PDF for print, PNG for web use where you need a specific pixel size.

No. PDF files open natively on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android without any additional software. Every major browser can also display PDFs directly.

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