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How to use it
- Enter or paste the information you want to work with.
- Run the tool and review the result shown on the page.
- Verify important results before sharing them or using them in a decision.
Sanitize PDF
Remove hidden data from PDFs. Clean metadata, scripts, and sensitive information.
Upload PDF File
Drag and drop a PDF file to sanitize.
About This Tool
Sanitize PDF removes hidden data and potentially sensitive information from your documents. Strip metadata, embedded scripts, attachments, comments, and other hidden content.
Essential for preparing documents for public distribution or when privacy is a concern.
All sanitization happens in your browser, ensuring your documents remain private.
How to Use
Upload Your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF file or click to select.
Select What to Remove
Choose which types of hidden data to strip.
Sanitize and Download
Click Sanitize to clean the PDF and download.
Use Cases
Public Release
Prepare documents for public distribution.
Privacy Protection
Remove personal information before sharing.
Security Compliance
Meet security requirements for document handling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hidden data is removed?
Metadata, scripts, attachments, comments, form data, and hidden layers.
Will visible content be affected?
No, only hidden data is removed; visible content remains.
Is this reversible?
No, removed data cannot be recovered. Keep a backup of the original.
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About Sanitize PDF
Sanitize PDF is a browser-based pdf tools tool on XFreeTool with direct input, quick results, and no signup. Check the input, units, and output against your use case before relying on a result.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Sanitize PDF do?
Sanitize PDF is a browser-based pdf tools tool on XFreeTool with direct input, quick results, and no signup.
Do I need an account?
No. XFreeTool provides free browser-based tools with direct access.
Can I use sensitive information?
Check how the current tool processes data first, and do not submit sensitive, confidential, or regulated information when you are unsure.