Edit PDF metadata online free using our fast, simple PDF properties editor. Update the title, author, subject, and keywords stored inside any PDF document — instantly, without Adobe Acrobat, no software installation, no signup required. Clean up incorrect author names, add searchable keywords, or update outdated document information in seconds.
A PDF metadata editor lets you view and change the document properties stored inside a PDF file — such as the title, author, subject, and keywords — directly in your browser, without Adobe Acrobat or any software installation.
At PDFFixNow, you can edit PDF metadata online for free. Works on Windows, Mac, iPhone, and Android.
What metadata is stored in a PDF? Every PDF file contains an internal header with document information fields. The most commonly used fields are: Title (the document name), Author (who created it), Subject (a brief description), Keywords (searchable tags), Creator (the application that created the source document), and Producer (the application that generated the PDF). These fields are invisible in the main document view but are read by PDF viewers, search engines, and document management systems.
Why metadata matters: Correct metadata makes PDFs easier to find, archive, and manage. Incorrect or missing metadata can cause PDFs to appear with wrong names in document libraries, fail to surface in search results, or reveal unintended personal information about the author or software environment.
Upload your PDF
Drag and drop your PDF into the upload box or click to browse your device. The tool reads the current metadata values and pre-fills the form fields so you can see what is already stored.
Edit the metadata fields
Update any field you want to change — Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, or Producer. Leave a field blank to clear it. You can edit one field or all of them at the same time.
Download your updated PDF
Click "Update Metadata" to apply your changes. Download the updated PDF immediately. The visible content of your document is completely unchanged — only the metadata fields you edited are updated.
Editing PDF metadata is useful in many professional, academic, and personal workflows. Here are the most common situations where updating document properties makes a real difference.
Edit All Document Properties
Update all standard PDF metadata fields: Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, and Producer. See the current values pre-filled so you know exactly what is already stored in the file before making changes.
Improve PDF Searchability
Adding accurate titles and keywords to a PDF helps search engines, document management systems, and desktop search tools index and surface your document correctly. Well-tagged PDFs appear more often in relevant search results.
Clean & Professional Documents
Remove or correct erroneous author names, outdated titles, or software-generated creator strings that appear unprofessionally when a PDF is shared or viewed in document readers. Make every file look intentionally prepared.
Privacy Protection
PDF files can contain hidden personal information in metadata — including your full name, username, company, and the software used to create the file. Edit or clear these fields before sharing to protect your privacy.
Works on All Devices
Edit PDF metadata on any device — Windows, Mac, Linux, iPhone, iPad, or Android — directly in your web browser. No desktop app, no Adobe Acrobat, no plugin required.
100% Free — No Watermarks
Edit PDF metadata completely free. No watermarks are added to your document, no account required, and no hidden costs. Your file content and formatting are never modified.
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