PDF Tool
Remove PDF Metadata Free Online — Wipe Hidden Information
Upload your PDF and the tool will read and display all hidden metadata fields — then wipe them and show you exactly what was removed in the clean output file.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What metadata does a PDF contain?
A PDF can contain extensive hidden metadata including the author's name, company name, the software and version used to create it, creation and modification timestamps, revision history, file path, embedded ICC colour profiles, and XMP metadata streams. This information is invisible to casual viewers but can be seen by anyone who opens the document properties panel.
Which fields are wiped by the metadata remover?
The tool wipes all standard InfoDict fields (Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, Producer, CreationDate, ModDate) and also removes the XMP metadata stream if one is present. The tool shows you the exact values that were found and removed before you download the clean output.
When should I remove PDF metadata?
Remove metadata before sending a PDF externally to prevent revealing your identity, software stack, or internal company details. Journalists, lawyers, activists, and businesses routinely strip metadata from documents before publication or sending to opposing parties.
Is metadata removal reversible?
Once metadata is removed and the PDF is saved, the original metadata cannot be recovered from the cleaned PDF. If you want to keep the original metadata, save a backup before running the cleaner. The metadata removal process is permanent.