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Redact PDF

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Permanently black out sensitive content

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Redact PDF permanently blacks out sensitive text or areas. Hide names, numbers or confidential details before sharing a document.

How to use Redact PDF

  1. 01Upload the PDF that contains sensitive information.
  2. 02Draw redaction boxes over the parts to hide.
  3. 03Download the redacted PDF.

Frequently asked questions

Is the hidden text really removed?
Redaction blacks out the marked areas so the underlying content is no longer visible in the output.
Can I redact several areas?
Yes. Mark as many areas across as many pages as you need.
Is it free?
Yes, free with no sign-up.
When should I redact instead of crop?
Use redaction to hide content within a page; use crop to trim outer edges.