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Remove PDF metadata

Clear common document properties before you share your PDF.

About this tool

How to use Remove PDF Metadata

Remove common identifying document properties before sharing a PDF. The source file remains unchanged on your device.

  1. 1

    Choose the PDF whose metadata you want to clear.

  2. 2

    Review the privacy limitation shown by the tool.

  3. 3

    Remove metadata and download the cleaned PDF.

Remove PDF Metadata questions

Does this remove every possible hidden element?

No. It clears common PDF metadata fields but cannot guarantee removal of every embedded object or format-specific hidden element.

Does Paperuna read the metadata?

Yes. Processing runs locally in your browser. Paperuna does not upload, retain or inspect your document content.