Remove PDF Metadata
Strip author, software, dates, XMP and other hidden metadata from PDFs before sharing. Optionally remove attachments and scripts. Free.
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How to: Remove PDF Metadata
- Select your PDF.
- Choose whether to also remove attachments and scripts.
- Download the clean PDF.
PDFs can reveal more than you think: the author's name, the software used, creation dates and sometimes attachments. Removing metadata is a simple privacy step before sending documents to clients, publishing them or submitting anonymous work.
Common uses
- Anonymise documents for blind peer review.
- Remove your name from files created on a work computer.
- Clean leaked internal details before publishing a PDF.
Tips for best results
- Also check visible content – metadata removal does not change page text.
- Use Redact PDF for sensitive text on the page.
Hidden data in PDFs
Metadata can reveal the author's name, organisation, software versions, editing times and original file paths. Journalists, lawyers and researchers remove it before publishing or submitting documents for anonymous review.
What stays the same
Page content, text, images, links and layout are not changed – only the hidden descriptive data is removed, so the document looks identical.
Why use FreePDF for Remove PDF Metadata?
| FreePDF | Typical upload-based sites | |
|---|---|---|
| Files uploaded to a server | No – processed on your device | Yes |
| Sign-up required | Never | Often for bigger jobs |
| Hourly / daily task limits | None | Common on free plans |
| Watermark on output | Never | Sometimes |
| Works offline after loading | Yes, for most tools | No |
Frequently asked questions
What is removed?
The document info (title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, dates), XMP metadata and page piece data.
What exactly is removed?
The document info (title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, dates), XMP metadata and page piece data.
Is Remove PDF Metadata really free?
Yes. Every tool on FreePDF is 100% free with no file limits, no sign-up and no watermarks. The site is supported by unobtrusive ads.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. FreePDF processes your files directly in your browser using JavaScript. Your documents never leave your device, so they stay completely private.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. FreePDF works in any modern browser on Android, iPhone, iPad, Windows, Mac and Linux.