Remove Metadata from a PDF
PDFs quietly record who created them, which software was used, and when they were edited — information you may not want to share. This tool wipes the metadata fields clean so the document you distribute reveals nothing about its origin. Ideal before publishing legal filings, anonymizing submissions, or releasing internal documents. Stripping happens locally in your browser, so the file is cleaned without ever leaving your hands.
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.pdf · single file
Processed locally in your browser — your files never leave your device.
How to remove metadata
- Upload the PDF you want to anonymize.
- Click "Remove metadata" — all standard properties are cleared.
- Download the cleaned PDF with no hidden document information.
Frequently asked questions
Which metadata fields are removed?
Title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, and creation/modification timestamps are all cleared from the document information dictionary.
Why remove metadata before sharing a PDF?
Metadata can leak your name, organization, software versions, and editing history — details that matter for privacy, legal privilege, and anonymous review processes.
Does removing metadata affect the visible content?
No. Only the hidden property fields are erased. The pages themselves — text, images, layout — are preserved exactly as they were.