How to inspect and strip PDF metadata
- Drop your PDF above — its metadata fields appear immediately.
- Edit or strip. Change any field and Save, or click “Strip all metadata” to blank everything and remove the XMP stream.
- Download the cleaned copy. Your original file is untouched.
The metadata you can't see in a viewer
Beyond the visible Info fields, most PDFs carry an XMP metadata stream — XML embedded by the creating application that can include author names, organization details, editing history, and tool versions. Ordinary PDF viewers never show it. This tool tells you when a file contains XMP and removes it as part of “Strip all metadata”.
Frequently asked questions
What metadata does a PDF contain?
Typically a title, author, subject, keywords, and the software that created it — plus an XMP metadata stream that can duplicate all of that and more. Author fields often expose real names or usernames without the sender realizing.
How do I remove metadata from a PDF?
Drop the PDF above to see everything it carries, then click “Strip all metadata”. Every field is blanked and the XMP stream is removed. You can also edit individual fields instead and save.
Why would I strip PDF metadata?
Anonymized CVs, legal filings, journalism, or any document where the author's name, employer, or editing software shouldn't travel with the file. Metadata leaks are a well-documented source of accidental disclosure.
Does stripping metadata change the document's content?
No — pages, text, and images are untouched. Only the document information fields and the XMP stream are affected.
Is my file uploaded for processing?
No — which matters double for a privacy tool. Reading and rewriting happen entirely in your browser; the file never leaves your device.