PDF Redactor
Permanently remove sensitive information, names, phone numbers, PAN cards, Aadhaar numbers, signatures, and photos from PDFs.
Upload PDF Document to Redact
Permanently remove sensitive names, phone numbers, Aadhaar, PAN cards, signatures, or photos directly inside your browser.
Permanent Text Removal
Redactions are burned directly into the document canvas structure. The original underlying text cannot be selected, copied, or extracted.
100% Client-Side Private
Your PDF files are processed locally inside your web browser using HTML5 Canvas & Web Workers. Zero pages are uploaded to any server.
Auto Pattern Scanner
Automatically detect emails, phone numbers, Indian PAN cards, Aadhaar numbers, and credit cards for 1-click review and redaction.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PDF redaction?
PDF redaction is the process of permanently removing or censoring sensitive text, graphics, signatures, or photos from a PDF document before sharing it publicly or with third parties.
Does redaction permanently remove text?
Yes! ToolJi's PDF Redactor flattens redacted pages directly into pixel data. Unlike basic drawing tools that only place a visual box over text, our engine guarantees the underlying text layer is completely removed and cannot be copied, highlighted, or extracted.
Can I redact a PDF online for free?
Yes. ToolJi provides a 100% free online PDF Redactor with zero watermark, no registration required, and no limit on document pages.
Can I redact sensitive information automatically?
Yes. Use our "Find Sensitive Data" feature to scan your PDF for emails, phone numbers, Indian PAN cards, Aadhaar patterns, and credit card numbers for fast 1-click redaction review.
Can I redact both text and images?
Yes. You can drag rectangular selection boxes over any part of the PDF page, including printed text, handwritten signatures, photos, stamps, or logos.
Is my PDF uploaded to a server?
No! All PDF rendering, text scanning, redaction drawing, and file exporting happen 100% locally in your web browser. Your private document never leaves your device.
What is the difference between highlighting and redacting a PDF?
Highlighting adds a transparent color overlay to draw attention to text without hiding or removing it. Redacting permanently destroys and replaces sensitive content with opaque black or white blocks, preventing any recovery of the original data.