{"id":4569,"date":"2025-11-07T20:00:50","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T20:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/?p=4569"},"modified":"2026-02-18T00:14:51","modified_gmt":"2026-02-18T00:14:51","slug":"pdf-reader-mac","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/working-with-pdfs\/pdf-reader-mac\/","title":{"rendered":"Best PDF Readers for Apple &#038; Mac Devices (Free and Paid)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Makes a Good PDF Reader for Mac?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/other\/what-are-pdfs-used-for\/\">The PDF format<\/a> keeps its formatting no matter where it\u2019s opened, which makes it ideal for things like contracts, e-books, invitations, and forms. If you use a Mac, you already have a couple of solid ways to open them \u2014 and plenty of options if you want editing tools, too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A PDF reader will allow you to open and view a PDF file on your computer. If you want to learn more about what PDF readers are, check out our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/pdf-basics\/pdf-reader\/\">What is a PDF reader<\/a>?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below is a breakdown of the best free and paid choices, plus how to switch your default reader.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Free PDF Readers for macOS and iOS<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Preview (built-in)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Macs come with <strong>Preview<\/strong> installed. It will likely already be your default option the first time you double-click to open a PDF. Preview allows you to open, view, and make minor edits. You can use it to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open and read PDFs&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add notes or comments<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/pdf-management\/merge-pdf\">Merge multiple PDFs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/pdf-management\/sign-pdf\">Add your signature<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rotate or delete pages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"347\" height=\"556\" src=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image3-2.png\" alt=\"The Apple Preview logo with app information. Created Aug. 16, 2025, last opened today, version 11.0\" class=\"wp-image-7907\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image3-2.png 347w, https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image3-2-187x300.png 187w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 347px) 100vw, 347px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>If you only need basic edits and PDF management functionality, Preview may already have what you need. It\u2019s a powerful, free tool and easy to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Safari<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The web browser Safari can display PDFs right in your browser.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How to open one:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open a new Safari tab.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click a PDF link <strong>or<\/strong> drag a PDF into a blank Safari window.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Safari will show the file so you can read it immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"709\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image2-2-709x1024.png\" alt=\"The Safari dashboard showing a red circle around a file under Favorites called F for file example. \" class=\"wp-image-7909\" style=\"width:442px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image2-2-709x1024.png 709w, https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image2-2-208x300.png 208w, https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image2-2.png 748w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 709px) 100vw, 709px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Safari is viewing-only. No markup, no merging, no edits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>PDF.Live (web-based editor)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to make quick changes and don\u2019t want to download software, PDF.Live works on any connected device \u2014 Mac, Windows, or mobile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With PDF.Live, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Edit text<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add or remove pages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rearrange content<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add signatures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make one-off fixes or handle routine edits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>PDF.Live offers a limited free tier for occasional tasks, and an inexpensive monthly plan if you edit often. Consider checking out our online<a href=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/#edit-pdf\"> PDF editor tool<\/a> for PDF management features. PDF.Live works entirely on the web and requires no separate downloads to use. Simply upload a PDF and see the options available for you to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To start: Click <strong>PDFLive Unlimited<\/strong> at the top of the site and choose a plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Paid PDF Readers for Mac<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Adobe Acrobat<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Adobe, the company originally responsible for the PDF, has an advanced PDF reader called <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.com\/acrobat.html\">Acrobat<\/a>. This software requires a download and comes in two versions <strong>Standard<\/strong>, which is $12.99\/month and <strong>Pro, <\/strong>which is priced at $19.99\/month (prices subject to change).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Acrobat, you can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Make detailed edits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build fillable forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edit PDF metadata<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And more advanced PDF work.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The main drawback is the cost, as Acrobat was the most expensive option on our list. It may be overkill, especially if you only need simple changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PDF.Live covers many everyday editing and management needs at a lower price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Change Your Default PDF Reader on Mac<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you install another PDF app and want it to open your files automatically:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Right-click any PDF.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose <strong>Get Info<\/strong>. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"211\" class=\"wp-image-7910\" style=\"width: 150px;\" src=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image1-2.png\" alt=\"A Mac desktop with the right-click option selected and Open with selected.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image1-2.png 342w, https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image1-2-214x300.png 214w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find <strong>Open With<\/strong>. <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"295\" class=\"wp-image-7911\" style=\"width: 150px;\" src=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image4-1.png\" alt=\"The dialog box that asks the user to confirm that they want to set the Preview.app as the default app for reading PDFs on this device. \" srcset=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image4-1.png 268w, https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image4-1-153x300.png 153w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 150px) 100vw, 150px\" \/><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pick the app you want.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click <strong>Change All\u2026<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Confirm when your Mac asks if you\u2019re sure.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"261\" height=\"267\" src=\"https:\/\/pdf.live\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image5-1.png\" alt=\"The dialog box that asks the user to confirm that they want to set the Preview.app as the default app for reading PDFs on this device. \" class=\"wp-image-7912\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>You can repeat these steps anytime if you want to switch back to Preview or try another reader.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What Makes a Good PDF Reader for Mac? The PDF format keeps its formatting no matter where it\u2019s opened, which makes it ideal for things like contracts, e-books, invitations, and forms. 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