PDF redaction
Draw redaction rectangles on PDF pages and export a flattened copy that excludes the covered pixels and original text, attachments and metadata.
Load each page, then drag over sensitive content. 0 rectangles across 0 pages. Current page: 1; document pages: 1. Reload the preview after changing page.
Keyboard-accessible rectangle controls
Files stay on your device. Downloads are individual files. Maximum input 25 MB; PDFs up to 20 pages.
How to use pdf redaction
- Upload a PDF and choose a page.
- Drag rectangles over sensitive content on every relevant page.
- Export a new flattened PDF, then inspect all pages before sharing.
Practical example
Cover a full account number, including small adjacent characters, rather than just drawing a line through it.
Output and limitations
Output is an image-only PDF without selectable text, forms or links. Redaction applies only to areas you mark. Inspect other pages and document copies for repeated information.
Common questions
Are files uploaded?
File contents are processed in this browser. OCR downloads its language model; your PDF stays on your device. Download the result before closing this tab.
Is the tool free?
Yes. No registration is required. Processing speed and available memory depend on your device. Files are limited to 25 MB and PDF workflows to 20 pages.
How should I check the result?
Output is an image-only PDF without selectable text, forms or links. Redaction applies only to areas you mark. Inspect other pages and document copies for repeated information. Compare the downloaded result against the original before using it.