Is this proper legal redaction?

This tool covers text with a white rectangle. For certified legal redaction (where the underlying data is cryptographically removed from the file), use a dedicated redaction tool like Adobe Acrobat Pro or Sejda's redaction feature.

Can the covered text be recovered?

In most cases no — the white rectangle is drawn over the text in the PDF. However, for truly sensitive data requiring certified removal, use a dedicated redaction tool.

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Remove sensitive text from your PDF

White-out specific names, numbers, or lines from a PDF. The deleted text area is covered with a white rectangle on download.

Upload your PDF to start editing

Works on PDFs where text can be highlighted and copied · Free to edit

How it works

Click text you want to remove
Clear the field — shows as removed on screen
Download — a white rectangle covers the original
Safe for removing personal info before sharing
Not legal-grade redaction — see FAQ

FAQ

Is this proper legal redaction?: This tool covers text with a white rectangle. For certified legal redaction (where the underlying data is cryptographically removed from the file), use a dedicated redaction tool like Adobe Acrobat Pro or Sejda's redaction feature.
Can the covered text be recovered?: In most cases no — the white rectangle is drawn over the text in the PDF. However, for truly sensitive data requiring certified removal, use a dedicated redaction tool.