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Redact PDF

Draw black boxes to hide sensitive PDF content.

Runs in your browser Private Free forever

How to use

  1. Upload your PDF

    Drag and drop or click to choose the PDF you want to redact.

  2. Draw redaction boxes

    Click and drag on the page preview to draw black boxes over content you want to hide.

  3. Navigate pages

    Use the page arrows to move between pages and add redaction boxes on each.

  4. Apply & download

    Click "Apply & download". The boxes are permanently drawn onto the PDF in your browser. Note: this covers content visually; it does not cryptographically remove text data.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redact PDF free to use?
Yes, Redact PDF is completely free. No account, no signup, and no payment is ever required.
Does Redact PDF send my data to a server?
No. Redact PDF runs entirely in your browser. Your data is never uploaded to any server — all processing happens locally on your device.