Don't let the printer cut off your illustrations.

BleedCheck is a picture-book bleed/margin preflight checker for print PDFs (for KDP-style print specs). Check 3 pages free; unlock the whole book for a $15 one-time payment. Not affiliated with Amazon.

BleedCheck scans your picture-book PDF for missing bleed, art that stops at the trim line, and text too close to the edge — checked against KDP's published print specs, before you upload.

Check 3 pages freeYour file never leaves your browser.
white edge + clipped text
Before Art stops short, text sits in the margin
After Art runs past the trim, text inside the safe zone

How it works

  1. 1

    Pick your trim size

    Choose your book's trim and whether your art bleeds off the edge.

  2. 2

    Drop in your PDF

    It's read right in your browser — nothing is uploaded to us.

  3. 3

    See every problem page

    Page-by-page results with what to fix, plus a downloadable report.

Check your PDF

Dimension calculator (free)

Simple pricing

Free

$0

  • Full check of the first 3 pages
  • Dimension calculator
  • No sign-up
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FAQ

How much bleed does a KDP picture book need?

KDP's print specs call for 0.125" (3.2 mm) of bleed on the top, bottom and outside edges. So an 8.5" × 8.5" book with bleed should be exported at 8.625" × 8.75". The dimension calculator above does this math for any trim size.

What does BleedCheck check?

Page size versus your trim and bleed setting, art that stops at the trim line instead of extending into the bleed, art touching the edge on no-bleed books, and text or content inside the outside and gutter margins. Always confirm in KDP's official previewer too.

Is my file uploaded anywhere?

No. The PDF is processed entirely in your browser.

Can I get a refund?

Yes — email bleedcheck.help@gmail.com. See Privacy, Terms & Refunds.

Are you part of Amazon or KDP?

No. BleedCheck is not affiliated with or endorsed by Amazon/KDP.