PDF xref problems are structural
The xref table acts as the map for a PDF. When it is damaged, readers cannot locate objects correctly. Repair attempts to rebuild the map and recover readable pages.
Symptoms we target
Xref table broken
The PDF index is missing or inconsistent.
Invalid PDF header
Readers say the file is not a valid PDF.
Broken object streams
The file opens partially or not at all because objects are corrupted.
Truncated download
The file ended early and the document structure is incomplete.
How our repair flow works
Upload the file
Send the broken file to the repair flow and let the system inspect the internal structure.
Automatic analysis
The service checks the headers, container structure, and repairable data segments.
Pay only if repaired
When the repair succeeds, the file becomes available on the status page.
Repair vs password recovery
Use the right flow before you spend time on the wrong problem.
| Symptom | Solution |
|---|---|
| PDF asks for a password | Use password recovery. |
| PDF has xref errors | Use repair. |
| PDF opens partially | Use repair to rebuild the object map. |