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PDF Metadata Editor Online - Free PDF Properties Tool

PDF Metadata Editor Online Fast, Free, & Secure

Easily view, edit, and update your PDF's metadata. Change Title, Author, Keywords, and more.

About Our PDF Metadata Tool

What is Our PDF Metadata Tool?

A powerful online utility that allows you to view and modify the hidden properties (metadata) of your PDF files securely and instantly.

Comprehensive Metadata Control

Our PDF Metadata tool gives you full control over your document's properties. You can view and edit standard fields like Title, Author, Subject, and Keywords. Additionally, you can modify technical details such as the Creator, Producer, and the Creation/Modification dates.

For advanced needs, our tool also supports adding, editing, or removing custom metadata fields. This allows you to embed any key-value information directly into your PDF, perfect for internal tracking, versioning, or specific project requirements.

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Why Choose Our PDF Metadata Tool?

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100% Free & Online

No subscriptions, fees, or software installation required. Edit your PDF metadata for free.

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Secure & Private

All processing is done in your browser. Your files are not uploaded to our servers, ensuring your data remains private.

3

Edit All Standard Fields

Modify Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, Producer, and Date fields with ease.

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Instant Metadata View

See your document's current metadata instantly upon upload, before you make any changes.

PDF Metadata Tool

Upload your PDF to view and edit its metadata.

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Step-by-Step Guide

How to Edit Your PDF Metadata

Follow these simple steps to update the properties of any PDF in minutes.

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Upload Your PDF File

Drag and drop your PDF file into the designated area, or click the "Select PDF" button to choose it from your computer. The existing metadata will be automatically displayed in the editor fields.

💡 Tip: If a field is empty, it means no value was set in the original document.

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View and Edit the Metadata Fields

Modify the information in the provided input fields. You can change, add, or clear the values for:

Standard Fields: Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, etc.
Date Fields: Use the date picker for Creation and Modification dates.
Custom Fields: Click 'Add Custom Field' to add your own key-value pairs (e.g., 'ProjectID', '12345').
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Update & Download

Once you are satisfied with your changes, click the "Update Metadata" button. The tool will generate a new PDF with the updated properties. You can then click "Download" to save it to your device.

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Quick Tips for Editing Metadata

Improve Searchability

Add relevant, comma-separated keywords and a descriptive subject to help search engines and document management systems find your file easily.

Ensure Proper Attribution

Make sure the 'Author' field is correct before sharing your work. This ensures you get credit and helps recipients identify the document's origin.

Clear for Privacy

To protect your privacy before sharing, you can clear fields like Author, Creator, and Producer to remove identifying information from the file.

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Real-World Use Cases

PDF Metadata Applications

Discover how our metadata tool helps in various personal, academic, and professional scenarios.

Professional & Academic Documents

Ensure reports, research papers, and business proposals have correct author and title information for proper attribution and professional appearance.

Set the 'Author' field correctly on academic submissions.
Update the 'Title' to be more descriptive than the filename.
Use 'Keywords' to categorize internal company documents.

SEO & Searchability

Optimize your PDFs for search engines and internal search systems. Properly filled metadata can significantly improve a document's visibility and ranking.

Populate 'Keywords' to target specific search queries.
Use the 'Subject' field for a concise, searchable summary of the document.
Ensure the 'Title' metadata matches the main heading for SEO consistency.

Privacy & Data Cleaning

Remove potentially sensitive or identifying information from a PDF's properties before sharing it publicly or with third parties.

Clear the 'Author' field to anonymize a document.
Remove the 'Creator' and 'Producer' info which can reveal software used.
Check for and remove any unwanted custom metadata fields.

Who Can Benefit?

Students & Researchers

Correctly attribute authors and titles on papers and cited sources for academic integrity.

Marketers & SEOs

Optimize PDFs with keywords and titles to improve search engine ranking and discoverability.

Office Administrators

Standardize document properties for better organization and management within company systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get instant answers to common questions about our PDF Metadata tool.

Is it safe to upload my documents to edit their metadata?

Yes, it is 100% safe. Your privacy is our top priority. The entire process happens locally in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to our servers, ensuring your data remains completely private.

Will editing the metadata change the visual content of my PDF?

No, editing metadata only changes the document's properties (like Author, Title, etc.). It does not alter the visible text, images, or layout of your PDF pages in any way.

Can I see the existing metadata before I make changes?

Absolutely. When you upload your PDF, the tool automatically reads all existing metadata and populates the input fields for you. This allows you to see what's already there before you decide to edit it.

What are custom metadata fields used for?

Custom metadata fields allow you to add your own specific information that isn't covered by standard fields. For example, you could add a "Project-ID", "Client-Name", "Document-Status", or "Version-Number" for better internal tracking and organization.

What happens to my file after I'm done?

Since your file is never uploaded, it remains on your computer. The new PDF with updated metadata is generated in your browser, and you download a copy. We never see, access, or store your original or modified files.

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