Open source · Cross-platform · Zero bloat

A PDF reader that gets out of your way.

minPDF is a lightweight, no-nonsense PDF reader built for reading — not editing, not annotating, not signing. Open a file, read it comfortably, and move on. Dark mode, multiple layout options, and reading history included.

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Reading history Automatically saves every document, page, and timestamp — pick up where you left off.

Dark & Light modes Switch instantly between themes. Eyes-friendly for late-night reading sessions.

Three layouts Continuous scroll, single page, or dual page — whatever fits your reading style.

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Version 1.0.0 Pure Flutter PDF reader using pdfrx. No annotation clutter, no sign-in required, no telemetry.

Built for reading, period

minPDF strips away everything that doesn't belong in a PDF reader. What remains is a fast, focused, and flexible reading experience.

Smart reading history

Every document you open is recorded with file path, last page, and timestamp. One tap and you're back where you left off — even across sessions.

Dark & Light themes

Toggle between dark and light mode instantly. The dark theme uses carefully tuned grays that reduce eye strain without sacrificing readability.

Three reading layouts

Continuous scroll for long documents, single page for focused reading, and dual page for the book-like experience. Switch on the fly.

Fit & full-width modes

Choose between "fit to screen" for a full-page view or "full width" to zoom into the content. No crop, no guesswork.

The reading flow

minPDF is designed around a simple cycle: open a file, read it your way, and come back to it later without hunting for the last position.

Open File

Open any PDF instantly Drag and drop, use the file picker, or pass a file path from the terminal. minPDF opens it in under a second.

Switch Layout

Read your way Toggle between continuous, single, and dual-page layouts. Switch dark mode on or off. Resize and adapt — the UI stays clean.

Typical minPDF session

Open a PDF

From the app's file picker, drag-and-drop onto the window, or via command line: minpdf document.pdf.

Adjust to your comfort

Toggle dark mode, switch between fit-to-screen and full-width, and pick a page layout that matches the document.

Close and resume later

minPDF remembers every file you opened. The history screen shows the last page you were on — tap and continue reading.

Downloads

minPDF is open source and free. Pre-built binaries are available for all major platforms through GitHub Releases.

Current release

Get minPDF v1.0.0

Choose your platform below. All builds are signed and verified. No installation wizards, no background services — just the app.

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Linux

Standalone AppImage or .deb package. Download, make executable, and run — no dependencies required.

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Windows

Portable ZIP archive. Extract and run. Optionally register minPDF as the default PDF handler.

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Android

Direct APK download. No Play Store required. Minimal permissions — just storage access for PDF files.

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Source code

Built with Flutter and pdfrx. Clone the repo, build from source, or contribute a feature.

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Quick answers

Everything you'd want to know before downloading a new PDF reader.

Can I edit or annotate PDFs?

No. minPDF is a reader only — no editing, highlighting, or form filling. If you need those features, we recommend dedicated PDF editors.

Does it remember where I left off?

Yes. Everything you open gets recorded with file path, last page, and timestamp. The history screen lets you resume reading in one click.

Is it private?

Completely. No telemetry, no analytics, no cloud uploads. minPDF works entirely offline with local files only.