# Velvet PDF Tools

> Velvet PDF Tools has <10 active installs and 151 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Velvet PDF Tools is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Privacy-friendly PDF tools that merge PDFs, extract pages, and convert JPG/PNG images to PDF directly in the browser.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 143
- **Downloads (30 days):** 151 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 0.1.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 28, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** ctrlpact (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ctrlpact/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/velvet-pdf-tools/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [documents](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/documents/) | #49 | 67 |
| [extract pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/extract-pages/) | #1 | 1 |
| [image to pdf](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/image-to-pdf/) | #1 | 1 |
| [merge pdf](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/merge-pdf/) | #3 | 3 |
| [pdf](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pdf/) | >100 | 318 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| documents | >100 | 4,507 |
| extract pages | >100 | 3,912 |
| image to pdf | >100 | 1,754 |
| merge pdf | #48 | 196 |
| pdf | >100 | 3,456 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [PDF Embedder – PDF Viewer & Embed PDF Files for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-embedder/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (526) | Aug 14, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 2 | [BuddyPress Docs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/buddypress-docs/) | 6K+ | 4.4/5 (35) | Mar 19, 2026 | 47/100 |
| 3 | [FileBird Document Library](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/filebird-document-library/) | 5K+ | 4.9/5 (8) | Aug 23, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 4 | [CatFolders Document Gallery & PDF Library](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/catfolders-document-gallery/) | 3K+ | 4.5/5 (14) | Aug 23, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 5 | [WP Document Revisions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-document-revisions/) | 2K+ | 3.7/5 (23) | Oct 3, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 6 | [Knowledge Base documentation & wiki plugin – BasePress Docs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/basepress/) | 2K+ | 4.8/5 (75) | Aug 12, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 7 | [DocumentCloud](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/documentcloud/) | 1K+ | 4/5 (1) | Sep 24, 2025 | 40/100 |
| 8 | [WP Docs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-docs/) | 1K+ | 4.8/5 (18) | Sep 15, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [AAM Protected Media Files](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/aam-protected-media-files/) | 500+ | 5/5 (2) | Apr 23, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 10 | [Documents for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/documents-for-woocommerce/) | 500+ | 5/5 (2) | Mar 24, 2021 | 34/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Velvet PDF Tools free?
Yes. Velvet PDF Tools is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Velvet PDF Tools safe to use in 2026?
Velvet PDF Tools is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Velvet PDF Tools?
Velvet PDF Tools is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 143 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 151 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Velvet PDF Tools work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Velvet PDF Tools up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does Velvet PDF Tools need?
Velvet PDF Tools requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Velvet PDF Tools last updated?
The latest version, 0.1.1, was released on September 28, 2026 (1 week ago).

### Who makes Velvet PDF Tools?
Velvet PDF Tools is developed and maintained by ctrlpact.

### What are the best alternatives to Velvet PDF Tools?
The most popular alternatives to Velvet PDF Tools are PDF Embedder (300K+ installs), BuddyPress Docs (6K+ installs) and FileBird Document Library (5K+ installs).


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