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Sanitize PDF

Remove hidden metadata, scripts, attachments and other data before you share a PDF.

How to sanitize a PDF

  1. 1. Add your PDFsChoose up to 20 PDFs, up to 250 MB in total.
  2. 2. Pick a levelRemove metadata only, use Safe Share, or make a visual-only copy.
  3. 3. Check and downloadCompare the before and after inventory, and save the cleaned PDF, or a ZIP for a batch.

Your files stay on your device. This tool does its work in your browser, and your files are never uploaded.

Common questions

What does Safe Share remove?

Scripts, risky actions, attachments, active media and XFA. You can also remove links, comments and form values.

Does it remove text on the page?

No. Use Redact PDF for content you can see. A visual-only copy is not secure redaction either.

What about digital signatures?

Rewriting the file invalidates them, so the tool asks you to confirm first.

Can it open password-protected PDFs?

Unlock them first with Unlock PDF.

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