Remove PDF metadata and hidden data – no upload
Before a PDF goes to third parties: PDFMy removes comments, notes, scripts, embedded files as well as author, subject and keywords.
Remove hidden data – open in PDFMy now →
How it works
- Click ‘Remove hidden data’ and choose the PDF.
- In the save dialogue, the setting is already selected.
- Click ‘Save’.
Why PDFMy?
- Free – no registration, no subscription, no page limit.
- No upload – your files stay on your device (privacy-friendly under the GDPR).
- Everywhere – in the browser or as an app, on Windows, on the Mac and on your phone.
- From Paderborn – developed by Mentor GmbH (Mentor Group).
Frequently asked questions
Does this replace redaction?
No. Visible text stays in place. That is what ‘Redact’ is for.
Is the file uploaded?
No. PDFMy works entirely on your device.
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