Redact PDF
Black out sensitive content such as names, account numbers or text. Pages are rasterized so the underlying content is not recoverable.
Drop a PDF here
or click to choose a file
Accepted: PDF · No upload
How to redact a PDF
- Add a PDF file.
- Enter the X, Y, width and height of the redaction box in points.
- Choose which pages to redact.
- Click Redact PDF. The output is a rasterized copy with the box permanently blacked out.
What is truly removed
In the output file, the pages are images. The original text, images and metadata behind the redaction box are gone. Keep your original PDF separately if you need it for compliance records.
Privacy
Runs in your browser. No upload.
Known limitations
- Redacted pages are rasterized, so selectable text is lost.
- Digital signatures become invalid.
- Only one redaction box per run. For multiple boxes, run the tool again on the previous output.
Frequently asked questions
Is the underlying text truly gone?
Yes. The output is a rasterized version of the page, so text behind the redaction box is not stored anywhere in the file.
Will I lose the ability to copy text from the rest of the page?
Yes. The output pages are images, so no text is selectable. Keep the original for searchable records.