PublishMedia is a browser-based workspace for opening, editing and creating Publisher-style documents, then exporting print-ready PDFs. It accepts Publisher, Word, PowerPoint, PDF, PNG, JPG and WebP files as starting points. Editing tools include text boxes, pictures, shapes, tables, grouping, cropping, page numbers, headers and footers. Its 575 templates cover print projects such as flyers, menus, newsletters, programs and certificates. Paid plans include PDF, PNG and print-grade exports without a watermark. The maker notes that complex Publisher layouts can shift in conversion; an Import Report identifies changed fonts, images or layout for review. Uploaded Publisher source files are encrypted in transit, not used for public templates, and deleted within two days of processing. Free-plan imports and converted copies are deleted after seven days; paid-plan files remain while the account is active. Free Starter permits viewing but not editing or exporting. Monthly costs 9.99 USD per month, and All-Access costs 99.00 USD per year, with full editing and commercial use.
Who it is for
It suits former Publisher users and organizations such as churches, nonprofits, funeral homes, schools, PTAs and small businesses that need to create or convert print documents.
What is good
- Accepts several document and image formats
- Editing includes tables, cropping and page numbers
- 575 templates for print projects
- Paid plans include print-grade export
- Publisher source files are deleted within two days
What to know first
- Free Starter does not allow editing or export
- Free-plan imports and copies are deleted after seven days
- Complex Publisher layouts can shift during conversion
- Paid files remain stored while the account is active
Verdict
PublishMedia offers browser-based editing and print exports, with a free viewing tier and paid editing plans. Review the Import Report for layout changes, especially with complex Publisher files.
PublishMedia plans and pricing
All plansCompared on desktop publishing software
- Free plan
- Yes
- Supported platforms
- Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iPad
- PDF export
- Yes
