View & Remove PDF Metadata
Inspect hidden author names, creation software, and modification dates, then wipe all document metadata 100% locally in your browser.
Drop your PDF here, or browse files
Supports PDF, JPG, PNG, and WebP • 100% In-Browser & Private
Free Browser-Based PDF Metadata Viewer & Cleaner
Sanitize document properties, author names, and XMP streams without cloud uploads
When you export a PDF from word processors or design software, extensive metadata is automatically injected into the document header. This includes who created the file, their computer operating system, application versions, and timestamps.
Our PDF Metadata Viewer & Remover gives you full visibility into what information is embedded in your PDF files. With a single click, you can purge the author, title, producer, and XML/XMP metadata streams, producing an anonymous, clean document ready for public release.
Because the entire operation runs within your browser's WebAssembly environment, not a single byte leaves your computer.
How It Works in 3 Simple Steps
Select Your PDF
Drag and drop any PDF document into the browser sandbox.
Inspect Document Info
Review author, title, software, and creation timestamps.
Scrub & Download
Click 'Clean & Sanitize File Now' to generate an anonymous, clean PDF instantly.
Why choose Modifyle PDF Metadata Cleaner?
Frequently Asked Questions
What metadata is stored in my PDF documents?▼
PDF files typically contain the author's full name, company name, document title, subject, creation software (e.g. Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Word, Google Docs), PDF producer version, and exact creation/modification timestamps. In some cases, previous revision histories and XML/XMP streams are also retained.
Why should I strip metadata from a PDF before sharing?▼
If you are submitting legal briefs, academic papers, competitive proposals, or public reports, leaving author names or internal software paths exposed can lead to unintentional data leaks, competitor analysis, or biased evaluations. Scrubbing ensures anonymity.
Does removing PDF metadata alter text, layout, or hyperlinks?▼
No. Modifyle specifically sanitizes the document catalog and Info dictionary objects. All page content, embedded fonts, vector graphics, text formatting, and hyperlinks remain 100% intact.
Are my confidential contracts uploaded to any cloud server?▼
Never. Modifyle compiles pdf-lib inside WebAssembly directly in your browser. All parsing and scrubbing happen locally in your device's RAM with zero network transmission.