How to Remove Metadata from PDF – Step by Step

PDF files carry hidden metadata — title, author, subject, keywords, creator, and dates. The Remove Metadata tool lets you remove these fields before sharing sensitive documents.

Step-by-Step Guide

Open the Remove Metadata page.

Upload your PDF.

Select the metadata fields you want to remove: title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, creation date, or modification date.

Click Remove Metadata and the selected fields are cleared.

Download your cleaned PDF.

Tips for Best Results

• Always remove author and creator names before sharing documents externally.
• Removing creation/modification dates helps anonymize when the document was made.
• You can also edit metadata with the Edit Metadata tool instead of removing it.