Redact PDF
Permanently black out words in a PDF.
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A black box drawn over live text still leaves the text underneath selectable and copyable. Type the names, numbers, or phrases to redact instead, and we find every match, cover it, and flatten the page so the original text is actually gone.
How to redact a PDF in 3 steps
- 1Drag your PDF into the box above, or click to browse.
- 2Type the words or phrases to redact, separated by commas.
- 3Download your redacted PDF with the text permanently removed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the redacted text really gone?
Yes. Pages with a match are flattened to an image with a black box painted over each hit, so the underlying text can't be copied or recovered — unlike a black rectangle drawn over live text.
Will the redacted PDF still be searchable?
Because redacted pages become images, their text is no longer selectable. If you need the rest of the document searchable again, run it through our OCR PDF tool afterwards.
Is Redact PDF really free?
Yes — Redact PDF is 100% free. There's no account to create, no subscription, no trial, and no daily limit. Convert as many files as you like.
Are my files safe and private?
Your files are processed in memory and never stored on our servers. Any temporary files are deleted automatically right after processing finishes.