Redact PDF
Search for words or draw boxes. Redactions are burned in permanently.
How to redact PDF
Three simple steps, right in your browser.
Select your PDF.
Search for words to redact, or draw boxes over areas.
Click Redact and download the safe PDF.
100% private
Files are processed on your device. Nothing is uploaded, stored or seen by anyone else.
Fast & free
No waiting in upload queues, no sign-up, no watermarks, no daily limits.
Works everywhere
On Windows, Mac, Linux, Android and iPhone. Once loaded, it even works offline.
Frequently asked questions
Is the hidden text really removed?
Yes. Pages with redactions are flattened into images, so the text underneath is gone, not just covered. Pages without redactions stay unchanged.
Can I find all occurrences of a word?
Yes. Use Search & redact to mark every match at once.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. All processing happens in your browser on your own device. Your files never leave your computer or phone, which makes PDFwise safe for confidential documents.