PDF Metadata Editor

PDF Metadata Editor

View and edit PDF metadata fields such as title and author.

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How to Use This Tool

  1. Drop or browse for one PDF.
  2. Click once to load current metadata from the file.
  3. Edit fields (Title, Author, Subject, Keywords) and click again to save.

Common Use Cases

  • Standardizing document properties across files
  • Fixing missing author or title fields
  • Improving document organization and searchability
  • Preparing PDFs for digital asset management

Tips for Best Results

  • Use comma-separated keywords for better search indexing.
  • Click the action button once to load existing values, then edit and click again to save.
  • Setting proper metadata improves accessibility and document management.

Frequently Asked Questions

What metadata fields can I edit?

Title, Author, Subject, and Keywords. These are the most commonly used PDF metadata fields.

Does editing metadata change the document content?

No — only the metadata properties are modified. Page content remains identical.

Important Notes

  • Common metadata fields are supported: Title, Author, Subject, Keywords.
  • Original file content remains unchanged — only metadata is modified.
  • Some PDF viewers display metadata in document properties.
  • All tools run fully in your browser. Your files are not sent to our server.
  • Safe and free to use: no login, no signup, no paywall.
  • Libraries used: PDF-Lib (MIT), PDF.js (Apache 2.0), Mammoth.js (BSD-2), JSZip (MIT).
  • If you find a bug, please report it in the comments.

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