Tungsten Power PDF

A powerful, cost-effective PDF editor for business, built for teams that need secure editing, collaboration and control across every device.

A modern PDF platform designed for business, trusted by over 15 million users

Power PDF gives organisations a fast, familiar way to work with PDFs without being locked into complex subscription models. Users can create, edit and convert documents with an Office style interface, while IT teams gain clearer control over licensing, deployment and security.

 

Built for business, Power PDF offers strong security, advanced editing, digital signatures, redaction, collaboration tools and deployment options that suit both small teams and large enterprise environments. Cost savings are substantial, with perpetual licensing available alongside flexible business and volume options.

 

As a Tungsten Automation titanium partner, Xcellerate IT helps you choose the right edition, plan your rollout and support Power PDF over time so teams can work efficiently with digital documents at scale.

Platform capabilities

Everything your teams need to work confidently with PDFs

Power PDF brings together the features that matter most to business users, from accurate editing and conversion to security, collaboration and flexible licensing options.

Editing that feels familiar

Users can update text, images, forms and layouts with a familiar Office-style interface, making document changes simple without switching tools or reformatting files.

Reliable conversion in both directions

Turn files into PDFs and convert PDFs back to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and image formats while maintaining consistent structure and layout.

Advanced security and redaction

Protect sensitive information with encryption, permissions, watermarking and full redaction tools that remove visible and hidden data across pages and metadata.

Flexible forms and data capture

Create fillable forms, recognise fields automatically and extract data for reporting or downstream workflows, reducing manual entry across teams.

Collaboration for hybrid teams

Use comments, markups and shared review to keep feedback in one place and reduce the risk of conflicting versions across email or file shares.

Smart workflows and automation

Support batch processing, document assembly, stamping for page numbering and branding, and document comparisons that highlight changes, giving teams a faster way to handle repetitive work.

Editing that feels familiar

Users can update text, images, forms and layouts with a familiar Office-style interface, making document changes simple without switching tools or reformatting files.

Reliable conversion in both directions

Turn files into PDFs and convert PDFs back to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and image formats while maintaining consistent structure and layout.

Advanced security and redaction

Protect sensitive information with encryption, permissions, watermarking and full redaction tools that remove visible and hidden data across pages and metadata.

Flexible forms and data capture

Create fillable forms, recognise fields automatically and extract data for reporting or downstream workflows, reducing manual entry across teams.

Collaboration for hybrid teams

Use comments, markups and shared review to keep feedback in one place and reduce the risk of conflicting versions across email or file shares.

Smart workflows and automation

Support batch processing, document assembly, stamping for page numbering and branding, and document comparisons that highlight changes, giving teams a faster way to handle repetitive work.

Editions for every organisation

Choose the Power PDF edition that fits your environment

Power PDF is available in several editions, each designed for different teams and environments. Xcellerate IT guides you through choosing, deploying and managing the right model for your organisation.

Power PDF Standard

Ideal for individual users and smaller teams that need reliable PDF creation, basic editing and conversion. A simple way to standardise PDF tools without unnecessary complexity.

Power PDF Advanced

Designed for business use with enhanced security, redaction, batch processing and advanced editing features. Suitable for finance, legal, shared services and operational teams that work with documents every day.

Power PDF Business

Built for larger organisations that need centralised management, network deployment and administration at scale. Supports terminal services and virtual environments with options for term licensing, updates and extended support.

Licensing made simple

Standard and Advanced are buy-once, own-forever licences. Business is available through volume licensing with central admin, usage governance and flexible term options.

Generative AI and copilot

Use AI to summarise, query and translate PDFs

The latest Power PDF Business release adds Tungsten copilot, bringing generative AI into your document workflows. Xcellerate IT helps you connect your own OpenAI or Azure OpenAI service and set safe, governed use across your teams.

AI summaries

Turn lengthy reports, contracts and board documents into concise overviews so stakeholders can understand key points faster.

Ask questions about any document

Use natural language queries to find specific details instantly without scrolling, searching or reviewing multiple pages manually.

AI powered translation

Translate entire documents quickly to support teams working across different regions, languages and international projects.

Core components

Advanced tools to create, edit and protect PDF content

Power PDF is built on an enterprise ready architecture that combines a modern editing engine, secure document controls and integration capabilities that support complex environments.

High-fidelity PDF editing engine

Preserves formatting, layouts and design structure while enabling precise text, image and object editing within a familiar interface.

Advanced conversion and OCR engine

Accurately extracts text, tables and structure from scanned or digital documents, ensuring clean, editable output across formats.

Secure protection and redaction layer

Applies encryption, permissions and redaction while also cleaning hidden metadata and comments to avoid unintentional disclosure.

Embedded integration framework

Connects Power PDF with DMS, cloud storage and business apps, supported by SDKs and APIs for enterprise integration.

Real-time collaboration capability

Enables simultaneous editing, commenting and review through the cloud editor and Microsoft Teams integration.

Enterprise deployment foundation

Supports packaged deployment, admin setup, policy control and centralised licensing for enterprise-scale environments.

Collaborate on PDFs in real time across devices, teams and locations

Power PDF makes document collaboration effortless for modern workplaces. Teams can open, review and update PDFs from desktop, browser or mobile without worrying about versions or inconsistent file copies. Everyone stays aligned, even when working across different departments or locations.

 

With the cloud-based editor in Power PDF Business, users can make changes directly in their browser, no installation required. Whether you’re reviewing contracts, marking up proposals or coordinating approvals, updates happen in real time and are immediately accessible to every stakeholder.

 

For organisations using Microsoft Teams, Power PDF brings document collaboration directly into everyday workflows. Users can open, annotate and comment on PDFs inside Teams, reducing context switching and keeping projects moving smoothly. It’s a streamlined way to maintain accuracy, accelerate decisions and support hybrid work.

Key functionality

Tools that support the full lifecycle of your documents

Power PDF brings together advanced editing, automation and security features so teams can manage documents from creation to completion with accuracy and control.

Document editing

Make precise changes to text, images and layout while preserving professional formatting and page structure.

PDF creation and conversion

Create PDFs from office files and convert PDFs back to Word, Excel, PowerPoint and image formats with consistent, dependable output.

Form creation and automation

Recognise fields automatically, convert flat forms to fillable versions and export captured data for downstream systems.

Document comparison

Identify changes between versions to support legal, compliance and review workflows with clear, easy to scan results.

Redaction and privacy controls

Remove sensitive content, apply pattern based redactions and clean hidden metadata before documents are shared externally.

Stamping and numbering

Apply Bates stamps, headers, footers and page numbering to maintain order across case files, reports and structured document sets.

Page and document assembly

Reorder, extract and merge pages or combine multiple files to build clean, consolidated documents from diverse sources.

Batch operations

Automate repetitive actions such as conversion, stamping, watermarking or security application across large volumes of documents.

Digital signatures

Sign documents securely or integrate with Tungsten SignDoc for multi party eSignature workflows and routed approvals.

Use cases

Where Power PDF delivers the most value

Power PDF supports a wide range of document workflows across corporate, public sector and professional teams.

Councils and government

Power PDF helps councils and government departments manage large volumes of forms, records and correspondence. Teams can standardise document templates, redact sensitive information before release, meet accessibility requirements and integrate PDFs into existing DMS and records systems. Mobile and browser access also supports field staff and distributed teams.

Law firms and legal departments rely on Power PDF for document comparison, secure redaction, Bates numbering and assembling briefs. Staff can review, annotate and sign documents quickly, while maintaining strict confidentiality and chain-of-custody standards. Power PDF also reduces software costs across large legal teams.

Finance teams use Power PDF to extract data from statements, convert PDFs to Excel, assemble board packs and process recurring documents efficiently. Built-in security and version control reduce risk, while batch processing saves time on repetitive tasks like stamping, approvals and monthly reporting.

Healthcare organisations and NFPs use Power PDF to secure patient or client records, automate redaction, complete digital forms and maintain compliance with privacy legislation. Teams can collaborate on treatment plans, funding applications and case files without risking data exposure or version drift.

Shared service hubs and enterprise support teams use Power PDF to reduce manual work across HR, procurement and operations. It supports efficient handling of contracts, onboarding forms, policy documents, supplier agreements and internal approvals, all with consistent formatting and strong security controls.

With desktop, mobile and browser-based editing, Power PDF enables secure collaboration for remote and hybrid teams. Staff can update documents from anywhere, use Teams integration for reviews and avoid multiple versions circulating across email or shared drives.

Technical organisations use Power PDF for CAD-related workflows, measurement tools, 3D model viewing and handling large engineering documents. Teams can flatten layers, assemble project packs and share accurate, non-editable PDFs with vendors, suppliers and regulatory bodies.

Why Xcellerate IT

Local expertise for deployment, licensing and ongoing support

Xcellerate IT is a certified Tungsten Automation titanium partner supporting organisations across Australia and New Zealand with Power PDF rollout, integration and long term care.

Licensing guidance

Choose the right mix of Standard, Advanced and Business seats with help from a local team that understands real world usage and cost considerations.

Deployment support

Roll out Power PDF across desktops, VDI, Citrix and remote environments with consistent policies, configurations and security settings.

Integration and configuration

Connect Power PDF with DMS platforms, cloud storage, Teams and business systems to streamline how documents move through your organisation.

Training and onboarding

Equip users with clear, practical training so they can edit, assemble, protect and collaborate on PDFs confidently from day one.

Ongoing support

Receive local assistance, troubleshooting guidance and best practice recommendations to keep your environment secure and productive.

Strategic partner alignment

Work with a long-standing Tungsten Automation partner trusted by enterprise, government and regulated industries across Australia and New Zealand.

Chosen by leading organisations

Benefits

The measurable impact of Tungsten Power PDF

Power PDF helps organisations reduce software costs, modernise document workflows and give teams tools that improve productivity and accuracy.

Lower licensing costs

Reduce ongoing subscription spend by moving to a predictable, cost-effective licensing model.

Boost productivity across teams

Speed up PDF editing, conversion and document handling while reducing errors.

Improve information security

Apply encryption, redaction and permissions to control access and protect sensitive content.

Strengthen compliance

Maintain audit trails, enforce document standards and manage regulated content more effectively.

Support hybrid and remote work

Enable editing, review and collaboration from desktop, browser or virtual environments.

Reduce operational bottlenecks

Automate repetitive tasks and free teams from manual document handling.

Power PDF FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about Power PDF.

Is Power PDF a subscription or perpetual license?

Power PDF is available as a perpetual desktop licence for Standard and Advanced editions, so you buy once and own it outright.

Power PDF Business (volume licensing) is available as a term licence with ongoing updates and enterprise support.

Xcellerate IT can help you choose the model that aligns with your organisation’s procurement and IT strategy.

Most organisations select Power PDF Advanced for core editing, redaction and security features, or Power PDF Business when they require centralised management, Cloud Editor access, Microsoft Teams integration or volume deployment.

Xcellerate IT can assess use cases, user groups and security requirements to recommend the right edition mix.

Power PDF provides comparable editing, conversion, redaction and security capabilities at a significantly lower total cost of ownership.

It also offers perpetual licensing, simple deployment, strong OCR performance and native collaboration tools.

Most organisations switch to Power PDF to reduce subscription spend, simplify rollout and improve control.

Yes. Power PDF Business supports Citrix, Microsoft App-V, Windows Server environments and VDI deployments.

Xcellerate IT works with IT teams to configure packaging, user provisioning, security profiles and licence server management for enterprise-scale environments.

Power PDF supports direct open/save workflows with SharePoint, OneDrive, Google Drive, Dropbox and leading DMS platforms.

For more advanced integration needs, Xcellerate IT can help test compatibility and ensure smooth rollout across your environment.

The latest Power PDF Business edition includes Tungsten copilot, enabling AI-powered:

  • Document summarisation
  • Translation
  • Natural-language document Q&A

These features require your organisation’s own OpenAI or Azure OpenAI account. Xcellerate IT assists with safe configuration, governance and user onboarding.

All AI activity runs through your organisation’s own OpenAI or Azure OpenAI environment. Tungsten does not retain documents or prompts.

Documents used in the Cloud Editor are only stored for the duration of the session.

Xcellerate IT can help you establish governance controls that align with internal security and compliance policies.

Yes. Power PDF includes built-in digital signature tools for signing, validating and creating secure signature fields.

For more advanced workflows, organisations can integrate Tungsten SignDoc.

Xcellerate IT helps configure signature profiles and secure signing procedures.

Perpetual and Business licences can be transferred between devices using the licence management tools.

Volume customers can use the licence server for centralised management, remote workers and pooled access.

Xcellerate IT provides guidance on the best licensing approach for hybrid workplaces.

Most users adopt Power PDF quickly due to its familiar Office-style interface.
However, Xcellerate IT provides tailored user onboarding, training sessions and quick-start guides to accelerate adoption and ensure teams are using the right features effectively.

Yes. Xcellerate IT can help you run a controlled pilot or proof-of-concept, test features, validate integrations and ensure compatibility with your environments (Citrix, Teams, DMS, VDI and security frameworks).

As a trusted Tungsten Automation titanium partner, Xcellerate IT provides local Australian support, deployment assistance, edition management, licence scaling, troubleshooting and upgrade guidance.

This ensures your organisation gets long-term value from Power PDF.

Yes. Power PDF includes advanced redaction, metadata cleaning, encryption, access controls and audit-friendly features that support compliance across legal, financial, government and healthcare environments.

Xcellerate IT can help configure secure workflows tailored to your governance requirements.

See Power PDF in action

Talk to our team to explore editions, deployment options and the best way to roll out Power PDF across your organisation.