Redact PDF
Permanently remove sensitive text, images and annotations. WhyUpload deletes the underlying content, then re-reads the result to prove it is gone.
How to redact a PDF
- 1. Add your PDFSelect one PDF of up to 100 MB and 500 pages.
- 2. Mark what to removeSearch for terms, use the email, phone, card and SSN-like presets, or draw boxes.
- 3. Redact and downloadThe underlying content is deleted, then the result is re-read to prove it is gone.
Your files stay on your device. This tool does its work in your browser, and your files are never uploaded.
Common questions
Is this a real redaction, or a black box on top?
It deletes the underlying text, images and annotations, then checks the saved file and gives you a receipt.
Does search work on scanned pages?
No. Search covers stored text only, so scanned pages need boxes drawn by hand.
Can it clean up hidden data too?
Yes. You can also remove metadata, attachments and scripts.