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How to Edit PDF Metadata and Document Properties Online
PDF metadata contains important document information like title, author, subject, keywords, creation date, and more. Filator's free PDF metadata editor lets you view, edit, or remove all these properties directly in your browser—no Adobe Acrobat subscription, no server upload, and no signup required. Perfect for updating document details, removing sensitive information, or organizing your PDF library.
Why Choose Filator's PDF Metadata Editor?
🔒 100% Private & Secure
All metadata editing happens in your browser. Your PDF files never leave your device, unlike Sejda, PDF Candy, and PDF24 which upload files to their servers and store them for 1-2 hours.
♾️ No File Size Limits
Edit metadata for PDFs of any size. No 50MB caps like Sejda or PDF Candy, and no 500MB limits like PDF24.
🚀 Unlimited Usage
No "3 tasks per hour" restrictions like Sejda, and no sign-in requirement like PDF Candy. Edit unlimited PDFs with zero restrictions.
📋 All Metadata Fields
Edit all standard PDF properties: Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, Producer, plus Creation and Modification dates.
How to Edit PDF Metadata (Step-by-Step)
- Upload Your PDF: Drag and drop your PDF file or click to browse. The file stays on your device throughout.
- View Current Metadata: The tool automatically extracts and displays all existing metadata fields from your PDF.
- Edit Fields: Modify any metadata field you want to change—title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, or dates.
- Remove Metadata (Optional): Click "Clear All" to remove all metadata fields at once for privacy purposes.
- Save & Download: Click "Save Metadata & Download" to update the PDF and download it with your changes applied.
Understanding PDF Metadata Fields
Basic Metadata Fields
- • Title: The document's name or heading (displayed in browser tabs and file managers)
- • Author: Person or organization who created the document
- • Subject: Brief description or topic of the document
- • Keywords: Searchable terms for indexing and organization (comma-separated)
Advanced Metadata Fields
- • Creator: Application that originally created the document (e.g., Microsoft Word, Adobe InDesign)
- • Producer: Application that converted the document to PDF format (e.g., Adobe PDF Library)
- • Creation Date: When the PDF was first created
- • Modification Date: When the PDF was last modified
Advanced Metadata Editor Features
- • View Current Metadata: Automatically extract and display all existing PDF properties when you upload a file.
- • Edit Multiple Fields: Change multiple metadata fields at once without saving individually.
- • Remove All Metadata: One-click removal of all metadata fields for privacy when sharing documents publicly.
- • Reset to Original: Undo all changes and restore original metadata values with one click.
- • Date & Time Editor: Modify creation and modification dates with an easy-to-use date picker.
- • Batch Processing: Edit the same metadata fields across multiple PDF files simultaneously (coming soon).
- • No Content Changes: Metadata editing only modifies document properties—never alters the visible PDF content.
- • Instant Download: Download your updated PDF immediately after editing with no waiting or email delivery.
Common PDF Metadata Editing Use Cases
📚 Document Organization
Add clear titles, authors, and keywords to make PDFs easily searchable and organized in file managers and document libraries.
🔒 Privacy Protection
Remove all metadata before sharing PDFs publicly to prevent exposing sensitive information like author names, company details, or creation software.
💼 Professional Publishing
Update author names, copyright information, and document titles when publishing reports, white papers, or e-books professionally.
📄 SEO Optimization
Add relevant keywords and descriptive titles to PDFs for better search engine indexing and discoverability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I edit PDF metadata?
Upload your PDF file, view the existing metadata fields, edit any field you want to change (title, author, subject, keywords, etc.), then download your updated PDF. The entire process happens in your browser with no server upload.
Can I change PDF title and author for free?
Yes, Filator's PDF metadata editor is completely free with no signup required. Unlike PDF Candy which requires sign-in or Sejda with 3 tasks/hour limits, Filator has unlimited usage.
Is it safe to edit PDF metadata online?
With Filator, yes. All metadata editing happens directly in your browser using client-side processing. Your PDF files never leave your device, unlike Sejda, PDF Candy, and PDF24 which upload files to their servers.
What PDF metadata fields can I edit?
You can edit all standard PDF metadata fields: Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, Producer, Creation Date, and Modification Date. You can also remove all metadata completely for privacy.
Do I need Adobe Acrobat to edit PDF metadata?
No, Filator's PDF metadata editor works entirely in your web browser. No software download, Adobe Acrobat subscription, or installation required. Works on any device with a modern browser.
Can I remove all metadata from a PDF?
Yes, you can remove all metadata fields at once for privacy purposes. This is useful when sharing documents publicly or removing sensitive information embedded in PDF properties.
Will editing metadata change the PDF content?
No, editing metadata only changes document properties (title, author, etc.) and does not modify the actual PDF content, pages, images, or text. The visible document remains exactly the same.
Can I edit metadata for multiple PDFs at once?
Yes, Filator supports batch metadata editing. Apply the same metadata changes to multiple PDF files simultaneously, unlike Sejda which restricts free users to single files only.
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