Choose the PDF
Add the document whose common metadata you want to clear.
Free privacy tool
Remove Metadata online
Create a fresh copy without common document metadata fields.
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Choose a file
Add one PDF to begin. Your file remains inside this browser tab.
or drag and drop hereLoads public sample PDFs. Replaces your current selection. See the example
Your files are not uploaded to Pageivo. Keep this tab open until processing finishes.
Practice before using your own files
Clear common metadata and keep visible text
Compare the document properties before and after cleanup. A visible sample-author sentence stays on the page.
Try it: Choose Remove Metadata, download the result and inspect its document properties.
Start with these files
- Source with sample metadata42.8 KB
Compare the result
- Cleaned reference PDF40.0 KB
How to use Remove Metadata1 2 3
A clear, private way to finish the job.
PDFs can contain hidden author, title, subject, keyword, software and date fields. Pageivo clears common document-information metadata and creates a separate clean copy.
Remove details
Pageivo resets standard information fields locally.
Review the clean copy
Download and use the new PDF while keeping your original as a backup.
Why Pageivo
Designed for useful, everyday work.
Reduce accidental disclosure
Clear common author and document-description fields.
One-click cleanup
No need to find metadata menus in desktop software.
Private operation
The file is cleaned within your browser.
Local processing protects your privacy
Pageivo performs this operation in your browser. Your selected file does not need to be uploaded to a Pageivo conversion server.
Questions and answers
Remove Metadata FAQ
What metadata is removed?+
Common title, author, subject, keyword, creator, producer and date fields are reset.
Does this remove visible text?+
No. Visible page content is not intentionally changed.
Does this guarantee anonymity?+
No. A PDF can contain identifying information in visible content, attachments or other structures.
Should I inspect the result?+
Yes. Always review sensitive files before sharing them.