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PDF Metadata Viewer

View and clear title, author, and other metadata stored in a PDF.

View and clear title, author, and other metadata stored in a PDF.

Accepts:PDF→Outputs:PDF
Quick start: Upload the PDF whose metadata you want to inspect by dropping it onto the upload area. → Review the displayed metadata fields — title, author, subject, keywords, creation date, and modification date. → Optionally edit any of the standard fields to correct or update the information.

Supported formats

Input formats
PDF
Output formats
PDF

How to use PDF Metadata Viewer

  1. 1

    Upload the PDF whose metadata you want to inspect by dropping it onto the upload area.

  2. 2

    Review the displayed metadata fields — title, author, subject, keywords, creation date, and modification date.

  3. 3

    Optionally edit any of the standard fields to correct or update the information.

  4. 4

    Clear all metadata fields if you want to strip identifying information before publishing.

  5. 5

    Download the modified PDF with updated or cleared metadata.

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Why use PDF Metadata Viewer?

  • Displays all standard PDF metadata fields in a clear, readable format.
  • Edit title, author, subject, and keywords directly without a full PDF editor.
  • One-click metadata clearing strips all identifying information for privacy before sharing.
  • Runs entirely in your browser — your documents are never uploaded to a server.

Common use cases

  • Scrub author names and creation software information before publishing a PDF publicly.
  • Verify the metadata of a document before submitting it for compliance review.
  • Update the title and author fields of a PDF that was exported with incorrect metadata.
  • Check creation and modification dates to confirm the provenance of a received document.

Limitations & things to know

  • Only standard PDF metadata fields are shown (title, author, subject, keywords, dates)
  • XMP metadata is not displayed

About PDF Metadata Viewer

PDFs often carry hidden metadata that reveals more than you intend — the author's name, the software used to create the file, creation and modification timestamps, and sometimes even document revision history. Xevon Tools' PDF Metadata Viewer makes this information visible and editable. Upload a PDF to see its title, author, subject, keywords, and dates at a glance. You can edit any field to correct mistakes, update authorship, or add a proper title. A one-click clear option strips all metadata fields, which is essential for privacy when publishing or sharing documents publicly. The tool runs entirely in your browser using pdf-lib, so your documents never leave your device. Whether you are auditing metadata for compliance, scrubbing author information before distribution, or simply curious about a document's provenance, this tool gives you full visibility and control over PDF metadata.

Frequently asked questions

Yes. You can edit the title, author, subject, and keywords fields directly in the interface. Changes are saved into the PDF when you download the modified file.
Yes. A single 'Clear All' button removes all standard metadata fields, which is useful for stripping identifying information before public distribution.
Currently the tool shows standard PDF info dictionary fields (title, author, subject, keywords, dates). XMP metadata streams are not displayed but may be added in a future update.
Absolutely. PDFs often contain hidden metadata revealing the author's name, the software used to create the file, and timestamps. Clearing this data before sharing protects your privacy and your organization's information.

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