Permanent redaction · No signup · No file storage
Redact PDF Online — Free, No Signup
Mark sensitive areas in your browser, then apply permanent redaction. Text is removed from the file — not just covered.
Drop your PDF here or click to browse
Max 100.0 MB · Opens in your browser · Apply uses encrypted HTTPS (not stored)
How it works
Open
Choose a PDF — it loads in your browser for preview and marking.
Mark
Draw boxes, search text, or auto-detect emails, phones, SSNs & cards.
Apply & download
Apply permanent redaction (HTTPS, not stored), then download with a certificate.
Why RedactPDF wins
Compare free redaction — we do not keep copies; Apply uses HTTPS only.
| Feature | RedactPDF | Adobe Acrobat | Smallpdf |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Paid | Freemium |
| Stores your PDF | No (HTTPS only on Apply) | Varies | Yes |
| Signup | No | Yes | Often |
| Unlimited | Yes | No | Limited |
Frequently asked questions
- Is it really secure?
- Yes. You mark redactions in your browser. You open and mark PDFs in your browser. When you click Apply redaction, the file is sent over HTTPS to our secure redaction service, processed in memory, and returned. We do not store PDFs on disk or in a cloud inbox. We do not keep a cloud copy of your PDF.
- What is the difference between redaction and blacking out?
- RedactPDF removes extractable text inside your boxes and burns in black fills on export. Other text on the page stays searchable. Hybrid PDFs (text + images) can use secure mode for image-heavy pages.
- Is it legal for court documents?
- RedactPDF helps you remove visible content, but court rules vary by jurisdiction. Consult your legal team for compliance requirements before filing.
- Is RedactPDF GDPR compliant?
- We do not store PDFs after processing. Transient HTTPS redaction supports data minimization; you remain the data controller and must verify outputs before sharing.