Redact PDF
PDF → PDF
Permanently black out sensitive information
About this tool
About Redact PDF
Redact PDF is a free, browser-based tool that lets you permanently black out sensitive information. It supports PDF → PDF. Everything runs locally on your device, so your files are never uploaded to a server. There's no sign-up, no watermark, and no limit — just open Redact PDF, add your input, and get results instantly.
How to use Redact PDF
1
Upload PDF
Select the document containing sensitive information.
2
Mark for Redaction
Draw boxes over text/images or search for specific words to hide.
3
Apply & Download
Click apply to permanently destroy the marked data and save the file.
Key features
Permanent Deletion
Ensure sensitive PII (Personally Identifiable Information) is irreversibly removed.
Visual Blocks
Replace redacted content with solid black blocks to show exactly what was removed.
Metadata Scrubbing
Hidden metadata and embedded objects in the redacted areas are also destroyed.
100% Private
Redact PDF processes your data locally in the browser. Nothing is uploaded, tracked, or stored u2014 your files never leave your device.
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