PDF Metadata Editor

View and edit PDF document properties in your browser. Update title, author, subject, keywords, and dates, or clear all metadata before sharing. Your file stays on your device.

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Usage Instructions

View and edit PDF document properties in your browser

Use this tool to see what information is stored inside a PDF—such as author name, title, or creation date—and update it before you share or archive the file. Processing stays on your device; nothing is uploaded.

Common uses

Remove your name or company from a resume or report before sending
Set a clear title and keywords so files are easier to find later
Clear document properties before posting a PDF online or submitting homework
Match the title to the file name for consistent filing

What each property means

These fields appear in most PDF readers under File → Properties (or Document properties). This tool edits the standard properties listed below.

Field	What it means	In this tool
Title	Name of the document; often shown in the reader title bar, bookmarks, or search results	Editable
Author	Person or organization credited as the author; may reveal your name or company	Editable
Subject	Short description or topic of the document	Editable
Keywords	Search terms (comma-separated) to help find or categorize the file	Editable
Creator	Application that created the original content (for example Microsoft Word)	View only in Advanced; removed by Clear all metadata
Producer	Software that produced or converted the file to PDF (for example a PDF printer)	View only in Advanced; removed by Clear all metadata
Creation Date	When the document was first created	Editable
Modification Date	When the document was last modified	Editable

Steps

Upload — Drag a PDF here or click to select (one file, up to 100 MB). A preview of the first page and file summary appear on the left.
Review and edit — On the right, check Title, Author, Subject, and Keywords. Adjust Creation date and Modification date if needed. Open Advanced to see Creator, Producer, and whether extra metadata (XMP) may be present.
Optional shortcuts
- Generate title from filename — Builds a title from the file name (for example `2026-Sales-Report.pdf` → `2026 Sales Report`).
- Clear all metadata — Clears the listed properties after you confirm. Use Reset to undo edits before downloading.
Download — Click Download PDF. By default the file is saved as `{original name}_metadata.pdf`. Turn on Rename download file using title to use the Title field as the file name instead.

Tips

Situation	Suggestion
Sending a resume or contract	Review Author and Creator, then Clear all metadata or edit fields manually
Organizing many PDFs locally	Set Title and Keywords; use Generate title from filename as a starting point
Advanced section shows XMP	Standard fields are still updated; check the result in your PDF reader if you need maximum privacy
Password-protected PDF	Unlock or export an unprotected copy first, then upload

Before you share sensitive files

Processing is local, but anyone with access to your device or screen can see the file. Close the tab when finished, or upload a different file to clear the current one. For highly sensitive documents, verify the downloaded PDF in your reader and use a trusted device.

FAQ

Q: How do I edit PDF metadata?: A: Upload one PDF (drag and drop or click to select). The tool reads document properties and shows them on the right. Edit fields such as title, author, subject, keywords, and dates as needed. Optionally use Generate title from filename or Clear all metadata. Click Download PDF to save a new file. Your original file is not changed.
Q: What can this tool change?: A: You can view and edit these common document properties: Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creation date, and Modification date. Creator and Producer are shown for reference in Advanced; Clear all metadata removes them along with the editable fields. Page content (text, images, layout) is not modified.
Q: What does Clear all metadata do?: A: It clears the common document properties listed in the form, including Creator and Producer when possible. Use it before sharing a resume, contract, or paper if you want to remove names, software names, or dates stored in standard PDF properties. You can review the fields before downloading.
Q: Does this remove every hidden detail in a PDF?: A: This tool updates standard document properties (what most PDF readers show under File → Properties or Document properties). Some PDFs also store extra information in an advanced metadata layer (XMP). If detected, the tool shows a notice but does not edit that layer in this version. For sensitive files, check the downloaded file in your PDF reader after editing.
Q: Will the PDF pages or text change?: A: No. Unlike a PDF compressor that rebuilds pages as images, this tool only updates document properties. Text remains selectable, and page layout stays the same.
Q: What file can I upload, and what do I get back?: A: Input: one PDF file, up to 100 MB. Output: a new PDF downloaded to your device. The default filename adds _metadata before .pdf (for example report_metadata.pdf). You can turn on Rename download file using title to name the file from the Title field instead.
Q: Are my PDFs uploaded to a server?: A: No. Reading and editing run entirely in your browser on your device. Files are not sent to ToolGee or any third party.
Q: What are the limits?: A: One PDF at a time. Maximum file size is 100 MB. Very large files may take longer or use more browser memory; if the page warns you, try closing other tabs or using a desktop browser.
Q: Why did processing fail?: A: Common reasons: the PDF is password-protected (unlock it first), the file is damaged or not a valid PDF, or the browser ran out of memory on a very large file. Close other tabs and try again on a desktop browser if needed.
Q: How is this different from PDF Compressor on ToolGee?: A: PDF Metadata Editor changes document properties only; page content stays the same. PDF Compressor reduces file size by rebuilding pages as compressed images, which usually removes selectable text. Use this tool to fix titles or remove author info; use Compressor when you need a smaller file.

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