Every PDF carries hidden information — title, author, subject, keywords, creator. This metadata helps with organization, search, and accessibility. Sometimes you need to change it.
What is PDF metadata?
- Title: The document's title displayed in viewers.
- Author: The document's author or creator.
- Subject: A brief description of the document.
- Keywords: Search terms for the document.
- Creator: The application that created the PDF.
Why edit metadata?
- Organization: Keep documents organized with proper titles.
- Search: Add keywords to improve searchability.
- Professionalism: Ensure correct author and title for clients.
- Privacy: Remove personal information before sharing.
How to edit PDF metadata
- Open PDFly's Metadata Editor tool.
- Upload your PDF.
- Edit the title, author, subject, keywords, and creator fields.
- Click process and download your updated PDF.
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Open Metadata Editor ToolFrequently Asked Questions
Can I remove metadata entirely?
You can clear fields, but some metadata is embedded in the file structure.
Does metadata affect the PDF content?
No — metadata is separate from the content. Editing metadata doesn't change the document.
Can I add custom metadata fields?
Most tools support standard fields. Custom fields require advanced PDF editors.