Redact PDF

Permanently remove sensitive text, images, or data from your PDF before sharing — true redaction that deletes content rather than just covering it visually.

Drop your file here

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Input: .pdf Output: .pdf

After uploading, click and drag on the page preview below to mark each area you want permanently removed. You can mark multiple boxes across multiple pages.

0 area(s) marked for permanent removal.

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🔒 This tool runs entirely in your browser — your file is never uploaded to any server.

How to redact pdf

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Upload the PDF containing sensitive information.

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Select and mark the areas to redact.

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Download your permanently redacted PDF.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, our redaction permanently deletes the underlying data, unlike a simple black box overlay.
Yes, both text and image regions can be selected for redaction.
No, once redacted and downloaded, the original content cannot be restored from that file.