How to Remove PDF Metadata
PDF files can contain document properties that are not visible on the page. Cleaning these fields before publishing or sharing a document reduces accidental disclosure of names, software details, and internal descriptions.
Remove PDF metadataRemove metadata in three steps
The metadata cleaner runs locally in your browser.
- 1.Open Remove PDF Metadata and select your document.
- 2.Choose Remove PDF Metadata.
- 3.Download the clean copy and share that version instead of the original.
Which metadata fields are removed?
The tool clears title, author, subject, keywords, creator, and producer properties. These fields often identify the document owner or the application used to create it.
Metadata removal versus redaction
Cleaning metadata does not remove names or confidential information that are visibly printed on a page. Use Redact PDF for visible content and review the result carefully.
Frequently asked questions
Does the metadata tool upload my document?
No. It processes the PDF in your browser.
Will visible text be removed?
No. Only document-property fields are cleared; page content stays unchanged.