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HomeAll ToolsSecure PDFSanitize PDF

Sanitize PDF

Remove scripts, links, and metadata

Select a PDF file

Drag and drop files here, or click to browse

Ready to process

Upload a file to get started

Sanitization Options

  • Files never leave your device
  • Processed entirely in your browser
  • GDPR-conscious processing

About This Tool

Sanitize PDF removes hidden data and potentially sensitive information from your documents. Strip metadata, embedded scripts, attachments, comments, and other hidden content.

Essential for preparing documents for public distribution or when privacy is a concern.

All sanitization happens in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.

How to Use

  1. 1

    Upload Your PDF

    Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select.

  2. 2

    Select What to Remove

    Choose which types of hidden data to strip.

  3. 3

    Sanitize and Download

    Click Sanitize to clean the PDF and download.

Use Cases

Public Release

Prepare documents for public distribution.

Privacy Protection

Remove personal information before sharing.

Security Compliance

Meet security requirements for document handling.

Frequently Asked Questions

What hidden data is removed?

Metadata, scripts, attachments, comments, form data, and hidden layers.

Will visible content be affected?

No, only hidden data is removed; visible content remains.

Is this reversible?

No, removed data cannot be recovered. Keep a backup of the original.

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References

  • Metadata – WikipediaMetadata in documents that sanitization removes.
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