What's hiding in your PDF
Beyond the visible pages, a PDF stores a block of document information: the title, the author (often your name), the subject and keywords, the "creator" application, and the "producer" library — plus the exact date it was created and last modified. Share the file and anyone can read all of it in their PDF viewer's properties panel. This tool reads those fields with pdf-lib, shows them to you, then clears them — entirely inside your browser tab.
When it matters
- Sending a document to a client — you may not want your personal account name attached.
- Publishing a PDF online — stripped metadata is cleaner and gives away less.
- Anonymised submissions — reviews, tenders, or reports that shouldn't reveal the author.
Good to know
This clears the standard document-information fields and resets the dates. Some PDFs also embed XMP metadata; the visible properties in common viewers come from the fields this tool clears. Want to also flatten the look? Combine with Compress PDF to rebuild the file.
Frequently asked
What metadata does this clear?
The document information fields: title, author, subject, keywords, creator, and producer, plus the creation and modification dates. These often reveal your name and the software you used.
Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
No. Metadata is read and cleared by pdf-lib inside your browser tab. The file never leaves your device, and it works with Wi-Fi off after the page loads.
Does it change the pages?
No. Only the document properties are cleared. The pages, text, and images are untouched.
Why remove PDF metadata?
PDFs often carry your name as the author and the exact software that created them. Clearing that protects your privacy before sharing a document publicly or with a client.