Redact PDF Documents Online
Cover personal data, account numbers and confidential details before you share a document. Mark the areas, preview the result and download the redacted PDF.
How to redact a PDF
Redacting works page by page.
- Upload your PDF
- Pick the Rectangle tool to cover blocks of text
- Use the Brush tool for irregular areas or handwriting
- Select, adjust or delete any shape you placed
- Preview and download the redacted file
What to redact
Redaction is essential when only part of a document should be seen.
- Names, addresses and phone numbers
- Bank account and ID numbers
- Salaries and financial figures
- Medical details
- Confidential clauses in contracts
Flexible redaction tools
Set the color, opacity and brush size for each mark. Solid black at full opacity is the classic redaction look, while other colors work well for highlighting areas in internal drafts.
Tips
Keep opacity at 100% for anything sensitive, so nothing shows through. Check every page in the preview before downloading, and keep the unredacted original somewhere safe.
Frequently asked questions
How do I black out text in a PDF?+
Upload the PDF, draw rectangles or brush strokes over the text, set the color to black at full opacity and download the redacted file.
Can I redact scanned documents?+
Yes. The redaction tools work on any page, including scanned pages and images.
Can I undo a redaction before downloading?+
Yes. Select any placed shape to change it or delete it before you create the final file.
Can I choose the redaction color?+
Yes. You can set the color and opacity of every rectangle and brush stroke.
