How to redact a PDF
- 1
Open the PDF
Choose or drop the document.
- 2
Mark what to remove
Drag black boxes over names, account numbers, addresses or anything else.
- 3
Download
Click “Save redacted PDF” – the hidden content is gone for good.
Why redact here?
Real redaction
Unlike a black rectangle drawn on top, the text under the box cannot be copied or recovered.
Never uploaded
Sensitive documents stay on your device – the whole point of redaction.
Free, no limits
No account, no watermark, no daily limit and no file size cap.
Works on any device
Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone or Android – nothing to install.
Popular uses
- Bank statements
- Court and legal documents
- Medical reports
- Payslips
- ID copies
- GDPR requests
Frequently asked questions
Is the redaction permanent?
Yes. Every page with a redaction box is replaced by an image of the page with the box burnt in, so the text below cannot be selected, searched or recovered.
Can the rest of the document still be searched?
Pages without redactions stay unchanged, including their selectable text. Redacted pages become images.
Are my files uploaded?
No. Everything runs in your browser; your PDF never leaves your device.
Is it free?
Yes. No sign-up, no watermark and no limit on the number or size of files.