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2026-07-253 min read

How to Edit PDF Metadata – Step by Step

Learn how to edit document properties of PDF files online for free.


Set or update the document properties of your PDF — title, author, subject, keywords, and more. The Edit Metadata tool helps you organize and identify your PDFs properly.

Step-by-Step Guide

Open the Edit Metadata page.

Upload your PDF.

Fill in the fields you want to set: title, author, subject, keywords (comma-separated), and creator.

Click Edit Metadata and the new properties are written to your PDF.

Download the updated PDF.

Tips for Best Results

  • Setting a good title and keywords helps with document search and organization.
  • Use the subject field to categorize documents by project or client.
  • Some PDF readers display metadata in their document properties panel.

Ready to try it? → Edit Metadata