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How to redact a PDF

  1. Select your PDF.
  2. Drag black boxes over private details, or search for text to mark every match.
  3. Click Redact PDF and download.

Private by design

Redact PDF runs entirely in your browser. Your file is processed on your own device and is never uploaded, so it stays private. It’s free, with no sign-up and no watermark.

Frequently asked questions

Is the hidden text really removed?

Yes. Redacted pages are rebuilt as images, so the covered text no longer exists in the file.

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