Edit PDF metadata

How PDF metadata editing works

These steps mirror the workspace higher on this page. They are written as a numbered outline so readers, search engines, and assistants can restate the flow without guessing.

1. 1

   Upload an unprotected PDF

   Choose a PDF from your device. Password-protected or corrupted files are rejected.

2. 2

   Review the current fields

   Title, author, subject, keywords, creator, and producer load from the PDF Info dictionary when they exist.

3. 3

   Edit and save

   Change any field. Leave a field empty to clear it in Info. Keywords are comma-separated.

4. 4

   Download

   Open the file’s properties in a reader to confirm Info values. Some apps still show older XMP data.

Edit PDF metadata — FAQ

Scoped to this URL. For site-wide questions, use the homepage FAQ.

Does this change XMP metadata?

No. Only the PDF Info dictionary is updated. Adobe and some DAM tools may still show title or author from XMP.

Is this the same as Rename PDF?

No. Rename changes the download filename only. This page changes properties inside the file.

Will pages or images change?

No. Content and layout stay as they are. The file is rewritten only to store the new Info fields.

Are encrypted PDFs supported?

No. Unlock the file first with Unlock PDF, then edit metadata here.

Looking for how the whole site works (URLs, accounts, roadmap)? Continue to the questions section on the homepage.

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