Redact PDF

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🔒 Processed in your browser — never uploaded

Why use Redact PDF?

Permanently black out names, numbers, or any sensitive content. Drag boxes over what to hide — the affected pages are flattened to images so the original text underneath can't be copied or recovered. All done privately in your browser.

What you get

  • Works on Mac, Windows, Linux, and mobile
  • Your files stay private — processed on your device
  • Free with no watermarks or sign-up
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How to Redact PDF

  1. 1Drop your PDF into the box above, or click to choose it.
  2. 2Draw black boxes over anything you want to hide.
  3. 3Click Redact PDF — covered pages are flattened so text under the boxes is destroyed.
  4. 4Download your safely redacted document.

FAQs

Is the redacted text really removed?

Yes. Any page you draw a box on is rasterized (flattened to an image) before download, so the text and content beneath your black boxes are gone — not just visually covered.

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. Redaction happens entirely in your browser; your document never leaves your device.