Remove PDF Metadata
Remove document metadata such as author, title, dates and software information from your PDF.
Drop your PDF here
One PDF · up to 100 MB
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How it works
- Choose or drop a PDF file.
- See the metadata fields it contains.
- Keep the fields you want removed ticked.
- Download the cleaned PDF.
Privacy
Metadata is read and removed inside your browser. Your PDF, its metadata values and the file name are not uploaded to our server, and everything is gone when you close the page.
Supported formats
One PDF up to 100 MB. Password-protected PDFs must be unlocked first. Removes the document information fields (title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, dates and custom fields) and XMP metadata. Comments, form fields, attachments and image metadata are not removed.
Frequently asked questions
What is PDF metadata?
Metadata is hidden information about a PDF, such as its title, author, creation date and the software that created it.
What does this tool remove?
It removes standard PDF document metadata and XMP metadata when present.
Does it remove comments and attachments?
No. Comments, forms, attachments and metadata inside embedded images are separate from document metadata.
Does my PDF upload anywhere?
No. Inspection and cleaning run in your browser.
Will the PDF look different?
It shouldn't. Removing document metadata does not change the visible page content.
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