How to use this tool
- Drop in a PDF — its current title, author, subject, and keywords load automatically.
- Edit the fields you want to change, or click "Clear All" to remove them all.
- Click "Save & Download."
Frequently asked questions
- Why would I want to remove PDF metadata?
- Document properties can contain your name, your organization, and software details you didn't mean to share — clearing them before sending a file is a quick privacy step.
- Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
- No — metadata is read and edited entirely in your browser. The file never leaves your device.
- Does this remove hidden metadata like XMP data or GPS-style location tags?
- This tool edits the standard document info fields (title, author, subject, keywords). It doesn't currently strip XMP metadata, which some PDFs also carry separately.
How GetByteRush compares
Most free tools for this online work the same way: you upload your file to their server, wait, then download the result — which means your file (and often your email, for a "free" account) sits on someone else's infrastructure. Here's the actual difference:
| Feature | GetByteRush | Typical online tools |
|---|---|---|
| PDF ever leaves your device | No — edited in this tab | Yes, uploaded to process |
| Account required | Never | Often, past a certain usage level |
("Typical online tools" reflects publicly documented behavior of common free file-processing sites as of 2026 — always check a specific competitor's own privacy policy and pricing page, since these details change.)