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Redact PDF

Permanently remove sensitive PDF text and replace it with black bars.

Enable JavaScript to choose a PDF and use the tool. Your documents are processed on your device. Instructions are below.

How to use this PDF tool

  1. Choose a PDF and open the page containing sensitive text.
  2. Select the text you want to remove and review the marked areas.
  3. Download the redacted PDF and check it before sharing.

Before you begin

This tool supports text redaction and rejects areas that overlap images. It isn’t suitable for removing information from scanned images. Review every page for other sensitive content.

Free, private PDF processing

Paperwork processes PDFs in your browser, without uploading your documents. No account or payment is required. Download the result to keep your changes, and keep a copy of your original. Large documents may take longer or exceed your device’s available memory.