A PDF carries details you cannot see on the page: who created it, when, with which program, and sometimes the original file name. Before you publish or send a file to a stranger, you may want to clear them.
Try it now: Remove PDF Metadata
Free, no sign up, and the file stays on your device.
Open Remove PDF MetadataWhat is removed
- Title, author, subject and keywords.
- Creator and producer program names.
- Creation and modification dates.
- The extra XMP metadata block, if the file has one.
How to remove it
- Open Remove PDF Metadata and add your file.
- Press Remove metadata.
- Download the clean copy and check its properties.
Also check the visible content
Metadata is only one place where private details hide. Look for names in headers, footers, comments and file names. For hiding text on the page, use Redact PDF.
Good moments to do it
- Publishing a report or a resume online.
- Sending a document to a competitor or client.
- Sharing a document made at your workplace from your personal account.
Frequently asked questions
Is my file uploaded?
No. The work happens in your browser, so your file stays on your device.
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