Redact
Redact sensitive information in PDF online for free. Permanent removal.
Need personal data removed before a document is shared? With PDF.dk you redact your PDF for free — mark the sensitive content and it is permanently removed from the document, not just hidden. Processing runs on servers in the Nordics, and files are deleted automatically afterwards.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is redaction permanent?
- Yes, redacted content is completely removed and cannot be recovered.
- Can I redact text automatically?
- You can mark areas manually or search for specific words to be redacted.
- How do I black out text in a PDF?
- Upload the document, mark the areas to remove — names, ID numbers, amounts — and run the tool. The content is permanently removed and replaced with black boxes.
- Why is drawing a black box over text not enough?
- Because the text is still underneath and can be copied or searched. True redaction removes the content itself from the file — which is what this tool does.
- Can I use it for FOI requests and GDPR?
- Yes, these are typical uses: remove personal data before releasing documents under freedom-of-information rules, or anonymise documents before sharing and archiving under GDPR.
- Is it free to redact a PDF?
- Yes, PDF.dk redacts PDF files online for free, no signup.
- Is it safe to upload my PDF?
- Yes, it is safe. Uploads are encrypted, processing happens in the Nordics, and files are deleted automatically shortly after. Your documents are never kept or shared.
How to
- Upload your PDF file
- Mark the areas you want to redact
- Optionally search for words to redact
- Click "Redact" and download your secure PDF