Sanitize PDF Before Sharing Externally
Remove hidden data, scripts, and metadata before sending PDFs to third parties
Why Sanitize PDF Before Sharing Externally?
PDFs can contain hidden layers, embedded JavaScript, metadata with author info, and invisible text that pose security and privacy risks. Sanitizing strips all hidden content before sharing documents externally.
How to Sanitize PDF Before Sharing Externally — Step by Step
Follow the shortest path for this exact task, then jump into the tool when you are ready to compress the file.
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Upload the PDF document
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Select sanitization options (metadata, scripts, hidden layers, attachments)
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Click 'Sanitize'
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Download the clean, safe PDF
Frequently Asked Questions
What hidden data does sanitization remove?
Does sanitization change the visible content?
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