Are pdfs safe on mac?

Hello there! I recently downloaded some PDF's and was wondering if they are safe to download and open using the "preview" application on mac. Does anyone know if this is something to be concerned about?

Posted on Jan 12, 2021 1:38 PM

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2 replies

Jan 12, 2021 3:12 PM in response to sea116

PDF's are safe to open.

dialabrain

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Jan 12, 2021 1:47 PM in response to sea116

Nothing to be concerned about.

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