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Redact PDF

Permanently remove sensitive information from your PDF document.

Redaction Options
Choose how to specify the text to redact.
Enter the exact text you want to redact.
Match exact case (e.g., "Name" won't match "name").
Match only complete words (e.g., "son" won't match "person").

About PDF Redaction

PDF redaction permanently removes sensitive information from documents:

  • Completely removes text, not just visually covers it
  • Prevents recovery of redacted content
  • Helps comply with privacy regulations
  • Allows sharing documents while protecting sensitive data

Redaction Methods

Text Search

Find and redact specific text:

  • Names
  • Addresses
  • Account numbers
  • Any exact text match
Pattern Matching

Use regular expressions to match:

  • Custom formats
  • Variable text patterns
  • Complex data structures
  • Advanced search criteria
Common Patterns

Pre-defined patterns for:

  • Email addresses
  • Phone numbers
  • Social Security Numbers
  • Credit card numbers
Note: Always review your document after redaction to ensure all sensitive information has been properly removed. Some complex formatting or embedded images may require additional processing.