Edit PDF Metadata Online

View and edit PDF document properties like title, author, and keywords in your browser.

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View and edit PDF document properties including title, author, subject, keywords, creator, and producer fields. Changes are applied locally in your browser and saved to a new PDF file.

Last reviewed: June 2026

How to use this tool

  1. 1Upload a PDF file to read its current metadata.
  2. 2Review the metadata fields displayed in the form.
  3. 3Edit any field you want to change.
  4. 4Click Save to generate a new PDF with updated metadata.

Common use cases

  • Add a descriptive title and author before sharing a report.
  • Remove sensitive metadata before publishing a document.
  • Add searchable keywords to improve document organization.

Technical notes

  • Reads and writes standard PDF metadata fields defined in the PDF specification.
  • Modification date is automatically updated when you save changes.
  • The original PDF content and formatting remain unchanged.

Private by design

This tool runs in your browser. Your file is not uploaded to our server while using the tool.

Limitations

  • Cannot edit XMP metadata streams — only standard document info dictionary.
  • Very large PDFs depend on available browser memory for processing.
  • Custom metadata fields beyond the standard set cannot be added.

Frequently Asked Questions

What PDF metadata fields can I edit?

You can edit title, author, subject, keywords, creator, and producer. Creation and modification dates are also shown.

Will editing metadata change my PDF content?

No. Only the document information dictionary is modified. Page content, formatting, and images remain identical.

Can I remove all metadata from a PDF?

Yes. Clear all fields and save. The resulting PDF will have empty metadata fields.

Is the original file modified?

No. A new PDF file is generated with your changes. The original file on your device is not touched.

Why can I not see XMP metadata?

This tool edits the standard PDF info dictionary. XMP metadata streams are a separate format not currently supported.

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