Redact PDF
Draw black boxes over names, numbers or any sensitive content. Unlike a simple shape, redaction removes the underlying text so it cannot be copied, searched or recovered.
Select a PDF file
or drag and drop a file here
How it works
How to redact pdf online
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Upload the document.
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Drag boxes over everything that must be removed, on any page.
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Apply redactions and download. The content under the boxes is gone for good.
FAQ
Questions about Redact PDF
Is this real redaction or just a black rectangle?+
Real redaction. Redacted pages are re-rendered without the hidden content, so the text underneath no longer exists in the file.
Can I still select text on redacted pages?+
Redacted pages are flattened to images for safety. Other pages keep their selectable text.