Sanitize PDF
Remove hidden data from PDFs. Clean metadata, scripts, and sensitive information.
Drag and drop files here, or click to browse
or
Drag and drop a PDF file to sanitize.
Designed for Trust and Speed
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.
Select What to Remove
Choose which types of hidden data to strip.
Sanitize and Download
Click Sanitize to clean the PDF and download.
About This Tool
Sanitize PDF removes hidden data and potentially sensitive information from your documents. Strip metadata, embedded scripts, attachments, comments, and other hidden content.
Essential for preparing documents for public distribution or when privacy is a concern.
All sanitization happens in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.
Use Cases
Public Release
Prepare documents for public distribution.
Privacy Protection
Remove personal information before sharing.
Security Compliance
Meet security requirements for document handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions? Find quick answers about this tool here.
Metadata, scripts, attachments, comments, form data, and hidden layers.
No, only hidden data is removed; visible content remains.
No, removed data cannot be recovered. Keep a backup of the original.