Redact PDF
Black out private details for good — the text underneath is gone.
Drop your PDF here
Drag across anything private. The text underneath is removed, not just covered.
Processed entirely in this browser tab. Nothing is uploaded anywhere.
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About Redact PDF
Redact PDF blacks out sensitive information — account numbers, addresses, names — so it cannot be read or copied. Unlike drawing a black box in an editor, proper redaction removes what is underneath.
When people use it
- Hiding account numbers before sharing a bank statement as proof of address.
- Removing personal details from documents shared publicly.
- Preparing legal or HR documents for disclosure.
Tips for better results
- Check the downloaded file by trying to select or search the redacted text.
- Remember headers, footers and metadata may also contain names.
- Keep the original private — redaction cannot be undone in the new file.
How to use Redact PDF
- 1Open the Redact PDF page on avalpdf.
- 2Drop your file in, or click to browse for it.
- 3Choose your options — the defaults suit most files.
- 4Run the tool and download the finished file.
Questions about Redact PDF
- Is Redact PDF free to use?
- Yes. Every avalpdf tool, including Redact PDF, is free with no sign-up and no daily limit.
- Are my files uploaded to a server?
- No. The work happens inside your browser tab, so the file itself never leaves your device.
- Does Redact PDF work on a phone?
- Yes — it works in mobile browsers on Android and iPhone as well as on desktop.