Redact PDF

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About the Redact PDF

Hide sensitive information for good. Draw black boxes on the page and the tool rebuilds those pages as images so the covered text cannot be recovered.

How to use the Redact PDF

  1. Upload your PDF.
  2. Drag on the page to draw black boxes over sensitive text.
  3. Press Redact and save and download.

When to use it

Use it to hide names, numbers or addresses before sharing a document.

Redact PDF FAQ

Is the hidden text really gone?

Yes. Redacted pages are rebuilt from images, so the text under the black boxes is removed.

Is the Redact PDF free?

Yes. It is free to use, with no signup and no usage limits.

Are my files or data uploaded?

No. Everything runs in your browser, so your files and details stay on your device.

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