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Edit PDF Metadata: Title, Author and Keywords

Change the title, author, subject and keywords stored in a PDF's document properties, or clear existing metadata first.

Output: PDF · Free tool · Upload and processing limits apply

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How to edit PDF metadata

  1. Upload your PDF (drag & drop or browse).
  2. Choose Edit Metadata, change the title, author, subject or keywords, or tick the option to clear existing metadata first.
  3. Download the result and compare it with your original before sharing.

A practical starting point

Set a clear title before uploading a report to a portal, since viewers and search tools often show the title property instead of the file name.

Frequently asked questions

What are the limits of Edit PDF Metadata?

This edits document properties only. It does not change page content, and clearing metadata does not remove names or text printed on the pages themselves.

How should I check the Edit PDF Metadata result?

Reopen the downloaded file and check its properties dialog. Keep the original in case you need the previous values.

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