How to use
- 1
Add the PDF.
- 2
Drag boxes over what to hide, or auto-find phone numbers, emails and SSNs.
- 3
Check each page and save.
π Step-by-step guide with screenshots: Sign a PDF, then redact personal details before sharing
When to use it
Sharing documents
Hide SSNs and account numbers before sending.
Court or HR files
Auto-find emails and phone numbers.
Mac and iPhone
Works in the browser.
Good to know
- A black box on top leaves the text underneath; this tool removes it by flattening the page.
- Scanned PDFs need boxes drawn by hand.
- Auto-find can miss split text, so review every page.
FAQ
Can the redaction be undone?
No. Masked pages are saved as images.
What about other pages?
They stay as original, searchable text.
Uploaded?
No.