Edit Metadata
View and change a PDF's title, author, and other document properties.
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View and modify document properties including title, author, subject, and keywords. Clean up hidden document tracking tags or add proper indexing information entirely in your browser.
How to Use Edit Metadata
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Upload your PDF
Drag in or select the file whose properties you want to view or edit.
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Update document details
Review current metadata and edit the title, author, subject, and keyword fields.
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Save and download
Download the updated PDF with refreshed metadata — no server upload involved.
Why Choose PurePDF for Edit Metadata
Zero data leakage
Metadata inspection and replacement happen locally in browser memory.
Remove unwanted tags
Clear outdated author names, internal project codes, or unintended draft titles.
Improve document search
Provide accurate titles and keywords for search engines and desktop document indexing.
Common Use Cases for Edit Metadata
Privacy cleanup
Remove personal names and computer usernames before publishing public reports.
Academic publishing
Set accurate paper titles, author lists, and keywords for citation managers.
Corporate branding
Standardize company author tags and subjects across outgoing client proposals.
Pro Tips for Edit Metadata
- Separate multiple keywords with commas to ensure search engines index each term individually.
- PDF viewers display the document Title rather than the filename in their window title bar if set.
- Leave fields empty if you want to completely erase that metadata property.
Frequently Asked Questions About Edit Metadata
Will my PDF file be uploaded to a server?
No — nothing is uploaded. This tool runs entirely in your browser via WebAssembly/JavaScript; your file never leaves your device.
Is there a file-size limit, a usage cap, or a hidden fee?
It's free and unlimited, with no watermark and no forced file-size cap — the only real limit is your own device's memory for very large files.
Do I need to create an account or sign up?
No — no account, email, or sign-up is required for any tool. Just start using it.
Can I use this on my phone (iPhone or Android)?
Yes — it works in any modern mobile browser, no app install needed.
How can I remove an existing metadata property completely from the PDF?
Simply clear the text in that specific field (such as Author or Subject) so it is blank, and save the document to permanently remove that property.
How does updating the Title property affect how the document appears in PDF viewers?
Most PDF viewers and web browsers display the metadata 'Title' in the window title bar and browser tab rather than showing the raw file name.