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PDF Redaction Tool

Permanently redact selected areas by rebuilding flattened page images.

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Drag over sensitive areas in the page preview. Export rebuilds every page as a raster image, permanently removing the original text, metadata, annotations and attachments. Searchability and vector quality are lost. Review the exported file before sharing it.

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About PDF Redaction Tool

The PDF redaction tool helps you permanently redact selected areas by rebuilding flattened page images. It is intended for people preparing documents for reading, sharing or printing. Start with the input and settings shown in the tool above. Review the result before saving or reusing it, especially when converting between formats that support different features. Keep your original so you can compare the output or try another setting.

How to use PDF Redaction Tool

  1. Prepare the document — Open a PDF and select Open / refresh preview.
  2. Set up the result — Drag over the sensitive areas on each relevant page. Use Undo last area to correct a rectangle.
  3. Generate and review — Select Generate result and Download result. Inspect the exported flattened pages before sharing.

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Frequently asked questions

What does PDF Redaction Tool do?

Permanently redact selected areas by rebuilding flattened page images.

Is it free to use?

The website tool is free to access. Guests receive website credits; signing in unlocks unlimited website credits. Device limits still apply.

Where is my input processed?

Processing takes place in your browser. Local tool inputs are not uploaded to AllNewTools; model or library files may need to download first.

Which browsers can I use?

Use a current browser with JavaScript enabled. Large files, model downloads and advanced file formats may need more memory or specific browser features. Review the result before using it.

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