Redact PDF Online Free
Search and black out sensitive PDF text such as names, IDs, account numbers, emails, addresses, and confidential notes before you share a file.
- Search text matches
- Manual redaction boxes
- Review before sharing
Redact PDF
Find and black out sensitive PDF text before sharing.
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Choose the PDF document that contains the sensitive text.
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Preview text matches, add manual redaction boxes, choose a color, and redact locally with no upload.
Redact PDF Online Free: quick guide
Search and black out sensitive PDF text such as names, IDs, account numbers, emails, addresses, and confidential notes before you share a file. GlobePDF runs this workflow in your browser, so your files stay on your device instead of being uploaded to a server. Use it when you want to hide sensitive text before sharing a PDF, then verify the downloaded result before sending it anywhere.
How to use it
- Upload the PDF that needs sensitive text removed.
- Enter the exact word, number, or phrase you want to black out.
- Apply the redaction and open the downloaded file to confirm the hidden content is gone.
Best for
- Hiding IDs, account numbers, and private references
- Preparing documents before external sharing
- Reviewing sensitive PDFs locally
Before you submit
- Search the downloaded PDF for the hidden word or number if your viewer supports search.
- Open the downloaded file once before submitting it.
- Keep the original file until the result is accepted.
Questions about Redact PDF Online Free
Is redacted text removed permanently?
GlobePDF creates a new redacted copy. Review the downloaded PDF and search for the hidden text before sending it anywhere.
Can I redact scans or image-only PDFs?
Search works on selectable text. For scans, use manual redaction boxes to cover visible areas before exporting.