Edit PDF Metadata
View, edit, or remove hidden metadata (title, author, creator, keywords) from a PDF.
How to View and Edit PDF Metadata Online — Remove Hidden Data
Every PDF contains hidden metadata — author name, creation date, modification date, software used to create it, and sometimes company information. This data is invisible in the document but readable by anyone inspecting file properties. LovelyPDF lets you view, edit, or completely strip this metadata — all in your browser, without uploading your file.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Upload your PDF — existing metadata fields appear immediately
- Edit individual fields or click Remove All Metadata to strip everything
- Click Download Updated PDF to save your changes
Why Remove PDF Metadata?
Before sharing a PDF externally, check and clean metadata. A document created in Word and printed to PDF often contains the author's full name, company, and machine name. Contracts shared with clients may unintentionally reveal internal author names, revision histories, or software license information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What metadata fields can I edit?
Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator application, and Producer. Edit individually or remove all at once.
Does removing metadata affect the PDF content?
No. Metadata is stored separately from document content. Removing it does not affect text, images, or formatting.
Can I add custom metadata fields?
Currently only standard XMP and DocInfo fields are supported.
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