PDF Metadata Editor

About this Tool

Edit PDF metadata online free — update title, author, and keywords in seconds

Every PDF carries hidden information — title, author name, subject, keywords, and the software used to create it. Most people never check it. But it's there, and anyone who opens the file properties can read it. TruePDFs PDF Metadata Editor lets you view and update all of it. Free, browser-based, no installation.

What is PDF metadata?

Metadata is the background information embedded inside your PDF file — separate from the visible content. It includes the document title, author name, subject, keywords, and which software created the file. It shows up in file properties, PDF readers, document libraries, and search engine indexes for public PDFs.

How to edit PDF metadata

Step 1: Upload your PDF

Click "Upload PDF File" and choose your document. Existing metadata loads automatically into the fields.

Step 2: Edit the fields

Update the title, author, subject, or keywords. Add multiple keywords separated by commas. Clear any field you want to remove entirely.

Step 3: Save and download

Click "Save & Download PDF." Your updated file is ready. Done. No signup. No watermarks. Free.

Who needs this?

Anyone sharing documents publicly

A PDF exported from Word or Google Docs often carries your personal name, computer username, or draft title in the metadata. Clean it before sharing externally.

Publishers and content creators

Ebooks and downloadable reports with accurate titles, author names, and keywords show up better in document libraries and search results.

Businesses standardizing document libraries

Consistent metadata across hundreds of internal documents makes them searchable and organized in document management systems.

Legal and compliance teams

Removing author information or software details from documents before filing or external submission is standard practice in many legal workflows.

Does editing metadata change the visible content?

No. Only the hidden document properties change. Pages, text, images, and formatting stay exactly as they were.

Why does metadata matter for SEO?

PDFs indexed by Google use title and keyword metadata to understand and rank the document. A PDF titled "Untitled" with no keywords ranks poorly. One with a clear title and relevant keywords performs significantly better in search results.

Frequently asked questions

Is it free?

Yes. Completely free, no hidden charges.

What fields can I edit?

Title, author, subject, and keywords. All 4 load automatically from your existing file.

Can I clear metadata entirely?

Yes. Delete the content from any field and save — that property gets removed from the file.

Will editing metadata affect the PDF content?

No. Visible content is untouched. Only the hidden document properties change.

Do I need an account?

No. Upload, edit, download.

Is my file secure?

Yes. Processing runs in your browser, files not stored permanently after processing.

Works on mobile?

Yes. Open TruePDFs in your phone browser — no app needed.