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Clean PDF metadata

Strip the author, software and dates, hidden XMP metadata, scripts and attached files before you share a PDF.

Open Paper to clean PDF metadata →

Your file never leaves your device: Paper does this in your browser, and its security policy stops the page from sending data to any other site.

How to clean PDF metadata

  1. Open the PDF.
  2. Click More, then Clean.
  3. Choose what to remove and download the clean copy.

Questions

Is it free?

Yes, free and open source, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Does it change how the PDF looks?

No. Only data you cannot see is removed.

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