PDFSafeEdit PDF Metadata
View and edit a PDF's title, author, subject, keywords, and creator, right in your browser.
Drop your PDF file here, or click to browse
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How to edit a PDF's metadata
Every PDF carries hidden metadata — its title, author, subject, and keywords — that most readers never see but that shows up in search results, file properties, and document management systems. Upload your file, and this tool reads that metadata so you can review and change any of it: correct an author name, add keywords for discoverability, or clear out fields you don't want shared.
Once you save, download the updated file — the metadata is rewritten but the actual page content is untouched. This is useful before sharing a report externally, publishing a document online, or just tidying up files where the metadata was left blank or wrong.
Frequently asked questions
What metadata can I edit?
You can view and change a PDF's title, author, subject, and keywords — the standard metadata fields most PDF readers and document tools recognize.
Will editing metadata change how my PDF looks?
No. Metadata is separate from the visible content — editing it doesn't touch any page, image, or text inside the document.
Why would I want to edit a PDF's metadata?
Metadata often shows up in search results, browser tabs, and file properties. Fixing an incorrect author name, adding descriptive keywords, or removing metadata left over from the original creator (like a template name) are common reasons.
Is this safe for confidential documents?
Yes — the file is processed entirely in your browser, so it's never uploaded to a server, even while you're editing its metadata.
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