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Inspect the embedded metadata of any PDF document.

Select a PDF file

Drag and drop files here, or click to browse

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

About This Tool

View Metadata displays all document properties and metadata from your PDF files. See author, title, subject, keywords, creation date, modification date, and more.

Useful for auditing documents, checking file information, or verifying document authenticity.

All viewing 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

    View Properties

    See all metadata displayed in an organized format.

  3. 3

    Export if Needed

    Optionally export metadata as JSON.

Use Cases

Document Audit

Review document properties for compliance.

Verify Authenticity

Check creation dates and author information.

File Information

Get detailed information about PDF files.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metadata is shown?

Title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, dates, and PDF version.

Can I edit metadata here?

Use the Edit Metadata tool to modify document properties.

Is XMP metadata included?

Yes, both standard and XMP metadata are displayed.

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References

  • Metadata – WikipediaWhat metadata is and why it matters for documents.
  • Extensible Metadata Platform – WikipediaXMP: the standard used to embed metadata in PDFs.
  • Edit MetadataEdit the metadata fields in your PDF.

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