Redact PDF

Permanently cover sensitive information in a PDF.

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Files up to 100 MB

How It Works

Redact a PDF in three simple steps

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Step 1

Upload Your PDF

Drag and drop your PDF into the upload area, or select “Choose file” to find it on your device. You can upload files up to 100 MB.

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Step 2

Redact Sensitive Information

Select the text or areas you need to conceal, then apply permanent redaction to the PDF.

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Step 3

Download the Redacted PDF

When redaction is complete, sign in to download your permanently redacted PDF.

Benefits

Why Use PDFTool to Redact a PDF?

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    Easy to use

    Select the sensitive text or page areas you want to remove before sharing. Apply redaction to create a copy with those details permanently removed.
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    Fast, straightforward processing

    PDFTool processes your changes quickly, helping you redact a PDF without a lengthy manual workflow.
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    Remove Sensitive Content Before Sharing

    Mark the text or image areas that need redaction and apply the changes to your PDF. Prepare a document for sharing with the selected sensitive information removed from its pages.
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    Works in your browser

    Use PDFTool to redact a PDF in your browser on desktop, tablet or mobile without installing additional software.
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    Redact PDF

    Redact PDF

    Permanently cover sensitive information in a PDF. Permanently cover personal, financial or confidential information before sharing a document.

    Upload your PDF and use the on-screen controls for this task. Select the text or areas you need to conceal, then apply permanent redaction to the PDF.

    Because the tool works in your browser, you can use it on desktop, tablet or mobile without installing another application. PDFTool provides fast online processing for files up to 100 MB.

    When processing is complete, sign in to download your redacted PDF. It is ready to open, share or use straight away.

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