Remove PDF Metadata
Strip the author name, title, dates and other hidden details from a PDF before you share it. Free, private, and the file never leaves your browser.
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How it works
- Drop your PDF into the box above.
- Hidden details — author, title, dates, and the software that created the file — are removed, including the extra hidden copy many PDFs carry.
- Download the cleaned PDF and check the result in your PDF viewer’s document properties.
Frequently asked questions
What metadata does a PDF contain?
Typically the author name (often your real name or company account), title, subject, keywords, the software used to create it, and when it was created and last edited. Many PDFs carry a second hidden copy of these details — that is removed too.
Why remove metadata before sharing?
Metadata can leak your identity, employer, or the fact that a "final" document was edited five minutes before sending. Stripping it is standard practice for job applications, legal filings and anonymous submissions.
Does this change how the PDF looks?
No. Only invisible metadata is removed — pages, text and images are untouched.
Does it remove hidden text or annotations too?
No — this tool targets document metadata only. Comments, form fields and tracked content are left as they are, so review those separately if needed.
Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
No — and for a privacy tool, that matters. The file stays on your device from start to finish and is never sent anywhere.