What metadata is hidden in a PDF?

PDFs can contain the author's name, organization, software used to create the file, creation and modification dates, revision history, comments, embedded files, and internal file paths. None of this appears visually on the pages.

Why should I remove metadata before sharing?

Metadata can reveal who created a document, when it was last edited, what software was used, and sometimes the names of reviewers. For confidential documents, this information could compromise privacy or reveal internal processes.

Does stripping metadata change the visible content?

No. Stripping metadata only removes hidden document properties. The text, images, and layout on every page remain completely unchanged.

Is metadata stripping the same as redaction?

No. Redaction removes visible content (text and images on the page). Metadata stripping removes hidden document properties. For complete sanitization, use both — redact visible content first, then strip metadata.

Does EdgeDocs upload my file to strip metadata?

No. All processing happens in your browser. Your document — including all its hidden metadata — stays on your device throughout the process.

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Why Strip Metadata Before Sharing?

Every PDF carries hidden data — the author's name, the software used, creation dates, edit history, and sometimes embedded comments. This information doesn't appear on any page but can reveal who created the document, when, and how it was modified. Stripping metadata removes it all before the file leaves your control.