What is an EPUB file?

EPUB (short for Electronic Publication) is the open standard for ebooks used by most e-readers other than Kindle. It packages text, images, fonts, and styling so the book reflows to fit any screen size.

Why convert an EPUB to PDF?

PDFs are easier to print, archive, annotate, and email. They open identically on every device without needing an ebook reader, which is handy for sharing manuscripts with reviewers, distributing course materials, or keeping a fixed-layout copy of a book.

Will the formatting still look right?

Yes. Chapters, headings, paragraphs, and inline images carry over to the PDF. Because EPUBs reflow to the reader's screen, page breaks in the resulting PDF won't always match a printed edition you may already own, but the reading order and structure are preserved.

Can I convert a DRM-protected EPUB?

No. We only convert EPUB files you have the right to use. If a file is locked with DRM from a store like Kobo or Apple Books, you'll need to use the file you exported yourself or a DRM-free copy.

Are my files secure? Do you keep or review any of my files?

Every file uploaded is safeguarded with the use of SSL encryption. We do not review or keep any data that has been processed beyond the time needed for you to download any converted files.

EPUB to PDF

Convert EPUB ebooks to PDF in your browser—keep them readable on any device and ready to print.

Convert EPUB files to PDF in seconds without installing software.
Upload from your computer, tablet, or phone—any modern browser works.
Share and print your ebook the way you would any other PDF.

Drag & Drop or Choose File to UploadPDF and supported formats only. Files are processed in your session.

EPUB to PDF Without the Hassle

Turn ebooks into PDFs you can print, share, and archive—no extra software required.

Ebook Pages, Faithfully Rendered

Chapters, headings, and paragraphs land in the right place, and inline images keep their proportions. Page breaks fall sensibly so the result reads like a book rather than a flowed text dump. Drop caps, block quotes, and emphasis remain visually distinct so the author's intent stays intact in the PDF.

Hand off a polished file your colleagues, students, or readers can open without an ebook reader. Annotate, highlight, or print the result like any other PDF, and store an authoritative copy that opens identically across desktops, tablets, and phones.

Built for Readers, Writers, and Researchers

Whether you publish indie ebooks, archive long-form research, or just want to read an EPUB on a device that doesn't have a reader installed, PrintFriendly turns the file into a portable PDF in moments. Drag your .epub onto the form, and we handle the conversion online—no Calibre install, no Adobe Digital Editions, no command-line tools.

Once your file is ready, you can use our other PDF tools to compress, merge, sign, or edit it. EPUB files often pack large cover art and embedded fonts, so the resulting PDF can be quite long; pair this tool with our PDF compressor when you need a smaller file for email or upload portals.

How to Convert EPUB to PDF

Step 1: Upload Your EPUB File

Drag your .epub onto the form above or click to browse. We accept any EPUB the average reader can open—fixed-layout, reflowable, or DRM-free files exported from Sigil, Calibre, or InDesign all work.

Step 2: Let the Converter Run

We unpack the EPUB, render its pages, and assemble the PDF on our servers. Most ebooks finish in well under a minute. Your file is processed over an encrypted connection and removed from our servers as soon as you have your PDF.

Step 3: Download or Keep Working

Download the PDF to your device, or stay on PrintFriendly to compress it, merge it with other files, or sign it before sending.

Why Convert EPUB to PDF With Us

PrintFriendly is the simplest way to take an EPUB and turn it into a PDF you can use anywhere. Upload your file, wait a few seconds, and download a clean PDF—no installs, no signups, and no markup of your file's contents.

Private and Encrypted

Files travel over SSL during upload and download, and we delete both the source EPUB and the converted PDF shortly after you finish. Your manuscripts and personal libraries stay yours.

Works on Every Device

Convert from a Mac, Windows PC, Chromebook, iPad, or Android phone. Any modern browser works—you don't need a Kindle, Kobo, Nook, or any other ebook reader installed to make the conversion.

Faithful Conversions

Our converter preserves chapter structure, body text, and inline images, so the PDF feels like the ebook you uploaded. Tables of contents and embedded images come through cleanly for a finished file you can send straight to clients or readers.

Pair With Our Other PDF Tools

Once your EPUB is a PDF, compress it for email, merge it with cover sheets, edit it, or add a signature—everything happens on PrintFriendly without bouncing between sites or paying for extra software.

Frequently Asked Questions

Check out these commonly asked questions and answers about our service. Please feel free to contact us if you have any additional questions.

What is an EPUB file?
EPUB (short for Electronic Publication) is the open standard for ebooks used by most e-readers other than Kindle. It packages text, images, fonts, and styling so the book reflows to fit any screen size.
Why convert an EPUB to PDF?
PDFs are easier to print, archive, annotate, and email. They open identically on every device without needing an ebook reader, which is handy for sharing manuscripts with reviewers, distributing course materials, or keeping a fixed-layout copy of a book.
Will the formatting still look right?
Yes. Chapters, headings, paragraphs, and inline images carry over to the PDF. Because EPUBs reflow to the reader's screen, page breaks in the resulting PDF won't always match a printed edition you may already own, but the reading order and structure are preserved.
Can I convert a DRM-protected EPUB?
No. We only convert EPUB files you have the right to use. If a file is locked with DRM from a store like Kobo or Apple Books, you'll need to use the file you exported yourself or a DRM-free copy.
Are my files secure? Do you keep or review any of my files?
Every file uploaded is safeguarded with the use of SSL encryption. We do not review or keep any data that has been processed beyond the time needed for you to download any converted files.