Redact PDF
Permanently blackout and sanitize sensitive text and graphics from PDF files.
Redact PDF
About Redact PDF
Permanently remove sensitive information, confidential text, financial figures, and personal identifiers from PDF documents. Blackout boxes are baked directly into the rendered page geometry so underlying text cannot be selected or recovered.
How to use Redact PDF
Add your file
Choose a file or drag it onto the upload box. We check that the file type and size are supported.
Pick your options
Change the settings shown next to the file if you need to. The defaults work for most files.
Download the result
Click the main button, then download your new file. Check it before you share or submit it.
What it does
- ✓Visual area selection to mask sensitive paragraphs, names, account numbers, and signatures
- ✓True vector and raster redaction that prevents text copy-paste recovery
- ✓Client-side execution keeps confidential legal and medical records completely private
- ✓Exports sanitized, publication-ready PDF documents instantly
When to use it
Sanitize personal identification numbers, minor names, and confidential trade secrets before public docket submission.
Black out bank account numbers, tax IDs, and credit card details from receipts and invoices.
Remove protected health information (PHI) before sharing clinical documentation for research.
Redact salary histories, social security numbers, and home addresses from employee records.
Tips
- •Redaction is permanent: always retain an unmodified copy of your original document before redacting.
- •Check all pages for recurring sensitive data such as headers, footers, and margin notes.
- •Test the output file by attempting to select and copy text under the redacted boxes in your PDF viewer.