PDF metadata

This tool displays the metadata of a PDF document — title, author, subject, keywords — and lets you correct or erase it before sharing the file, for example to remove an author name or a piece of software left there by accident. The change is made in your browser, with no transmission of the document to a third party.

How do you change a PDF’s title or author?

Open the file in the tool: the existing metadata (title, author, subject, keywords) is displayed and directly editable. Correct the fields you want, then download the updated PDF.

Can I erase the name of a piece of software or an author left in a PDF by accident?

Yes, each metadata field can be cleared before sharing the file, which is useful for removing information the original software left behind unintentionally.

Does editing metadata require uploading the file online?

No, reading and writing metadata happens in your browser, with no transmission of the document to a third party, and the tool is free to use.

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