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Redact a PDF online
Hide sensitive text and areas in your PDF directly in your browser. Upload the file, draw redaction boxes, and download the redacted document.
Use this tool to remove personal data like names, addresses, phone numbers, IDs, bank details, or confidential sections before sharing.
After redaction, you can flatten the PDF for maximum compatibility, protect it with a password, or repair it if a viewer shows errors.
FAQ
Is redaction permanent?
Yes. Redaction is meant to permanently hide the selected areas in the output PDF. Always review the result before sharing.
Can I choose the redaction color?
Yes. You can select different colors from the sidebar before drawing a box.
Can I redact multiple pages?
Yes. Add boxes on different pages using the thumbnails and apply all redactions at the end.
Does redaction change the PDF quality?
No. The document quality stays the same—only the selected areas are covered in the output.
What should I redact before sending a document?
Common items are signatures, ID numbers, addresses, phone numbers, emails, bank details, and any confidential notes.
What should I do after redacting?
Common next steps are Flatten (compatibility), Protect (password), or Repair if the PDF has rendering issues.