Sanitize PDF

Remove sensitive content from PDF files. Clean metadata, JavaScript, embedded files, and more.

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Your files never leave your device.

How It Works

1

Upload PDF

Select your PDF file to sanitize.

2

Choose Options

Select what content to remove.

3

Download Clean PDF

Get your sanitized PDF instantly.

Why SwiftPDFLab?

100% Client-Side

All processing happens in your browser. Files never touch our servers.

Deep Cleaning

Removes all sensitive content including hidden data.

No Account Needed

Start immediately. No sign-up, no email required.

Customizable

Choose exactly what content to remove.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does PDF sanitization remove?

PDF sanitization can remove: metadata, JavaScript code, embedded files, annotations, form fields, layers (OCG), links, structure tree, MarkInfo, and optionally embedded fonts.

Why should I sanitize PDFs before sharing?

Sanitizing PDFs removes potentially sensitive or malicious content. This protects privacy by removing metadata and prevents security risks from JavaScript.

Will sanitization affect my PDF appearance?

Basic sanitization preserves PDF appearance. However, removing certain elements like layers or fonts may affect rendering.

Is the process completely private?

Yes, completely private. All sanitization processing happens directly in your browser. Your files never leave your device.

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