Remove Metadata
Strip metadata from PDF files. Remove author, dates, and document properties.
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PDFRunway handles your documents locally, keeping data secure and processing lightning-fast.
Easy to Use
Simple 3-step processes designed for speed, clarity, and non-technical users.
Fast & Reliable
High-performance local compilation keeps processing fast, secure, and responsive.
100% Secure
Your documents never leave your browser. Zero uploads, 100% client-side privacy.
Works Anywhere
Access the full suite on any browser, system, desktop, or mobile device.
How to Use
Follow these three simple steps to process your file in seconds.
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select.
Remove Metadata
Click Remove to strip all metadata.
Download
Download the metadata-free PDF.
About This Tool
Remove Metadata strips all document properties and metadata from your PDF files. Remove author names, creation dates, software information, and other identifying data.
Essential for privacy when sharing documents or when metadata could reveal sensitive information.
All processing happens in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.
Use Cases
Privacy Protection
Remove personal information before sharing.
Anonymous Documents
Create documents without author attribution.
Clean Distribution
Distribute documents without internal metadata.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? Find quick answers about this tool here.
Author, title, subject, keywords, dates, creator, and producer information.
Yes, both standard and XMP metadata are stripped.
No, only metadata is removed; document content remains unchanged.