Why teams choose GoVisually for online PDF markups

Precise mark-ups

Highlights, arrows, freehand, sticky notes—everything pros expect from a modern PDF annotation tool.

Live collaboration

Multiple reviewers comment simultaneously; @mention teammates for instant context.

Automatic version control

Upload v2, v3, v4—see visual
diffs in one click.

Say goodbye to the dreaded back and forth emails

Bye bye crazy email ping-pong threads.

step 1
Upload

Upload your PDF to GoVisually

step 2
Markup
step 3
Share

Say goodbye to the dreaded back and forth emails

Bye bye crazy email ping-pong threads.

step 1
Upload

Upload your PDF to GoVisually

step 2
Markup
step 3
Share

Say goodbye to the dreaded back and forth emails

Bye bye crazy email ping-pong threads.

step 1
Upload

Upload your PDF to GoVisually

step 2
Markup
step 3
Share

Say goodbye to the dreaded back and forth emails

Bye bye crazy email ping-pong threads.

step 1
Upload

Upload your PDF to GoVisually

step 2
Markup
step 3
Share

Powerful PDF version control that highlights every difference

Everything you need to annotate PDFs like a pro

Professional Markup Tools

Highlight text, draw arrows, add shapes, or sketch freehand. All the annotation tools you need for precise PDF feedback.

Real-Time Collaboration

Multiple team members can annotate the same PDF simultaneously. See changes live and communicate instantly.

Smart Version Control

Track every change with automatic version history. Compare revisions side-by-side and never lose feedback.

One-Click Approvals

Streamline your approval process with custom workflows and automated notifications that keep projects moving.

Easy Sharing & Access

Share PDFs with anyone using a simple link. No accounts required for reviewers—they can annotate immediately.

Enterprise Security

Keep your confidential documents secure with enterprise-grade encryption and compliance standards.

GoVisually vs the PDF mark-up options

Feature

Smallpdf

PDF24

Adobe Reader

Real-time multi-user comments

Version history & visual diff

Manual

Guest reviewers (no login)

Creative-workflow integrations

Limited

Smallpdf

PDF24

Adobe Reader

Smallpdf

PDF24

Adobe Reader

Results our customers see

faster review cycles

70%

Cut review cycles

70%

fewer email threads

85%

average approval

24h

average approval

99%

What our users say

"GoVisually delivers unmatched clarity and speed. Responding to comments and attaching references in one place has transformed our collaboration"

Kim Calloway

Creative Services Manager, PPA

"GoVisually delivers unmatched clarity and speed. Responding to comments and attaching references in one place has transformed our collaboration"

Kim Calloway

Design Director, Swift Group Ltd

"GoVisually delivers unmatched clarity and speed. Responding to comments and attaching references in one place has transformed our collaboration"

Kim Calloway

Design Director, Swift Group Ltd

"GoVisually delivers unmatched clarity and speed. Responding to comments and attaching references in one place has transformed our collaboration"

Kim Calloway

Design Director, Swift Group Ltd

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I annotate a PDF online?

How do I annotate a PDF online?

How do I annotate a PDF online?

Is there a free plan?

Is there a free plan?

Is there a free plan?

Can I compare different PDF versions?

Can I compare different PDF versions?

Can I compare different PDF versions?

How secure is my data?

How secure is my data?

How secure is my data?