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Edit PDF Metadata

Change a PDF's title, author, subject and keywords

View and change a PDF's title, author, subject and keywords, or remove all of its metadata before you share it.

  • Edit or clear every property
  • Done in seconds
  • Free, no sign-up, no watermarks

How it works

How to edit PDF metadata

  1. 01

    Drop your PDF into the upload area, or click to browse.

  2. 02

    Review the current title, author, subject, keywords and dates.

  3. 03

    Change any field, or turn on Clear all metadata.

  4. 04

    Click Save metadata and download your updated PDF.

01

See what's hidden

CrestPDF shows the properties stored in your PDF, including the app that created it and when it was made.

02

Clean before sharing

Remove the author name, software details and dates in one step so they don't travel with your document.

03

Quick to update

Change a title or wipe every property in a few clicks, then download the updated PDF.

Questions

Frequently asked

What is PDF metadata?

It is information stored inside the file about the document, such as its title, author, subject, keywords, the app that made it, and when it was created and last changed.

Why change the title of a PDF?

Many PDF viewers and search engines show the metadata title instead of the file name, so a clear title makes your document easier to recognize and find.

Does editing metadata change the pages?

No. Only the document properties change. Text, images and layout stay exactly as they were.

Can I edit the metadata of a protected PDF?

Not while it is encrypted. Remove the protection with Unlock PDF first, then edit the metadata.

Can I edit PDF metadata on my phone?

Yes. CrestPDF works in any modern browser on Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad and Android, with nothing to install.

Is Edit PDF Metadata free?

Yes. It is free to use, with no sign-up and no watermarks added to your files.

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