PDF Metadata Viewer
View and inspect the hidden metadata inside any PDF file — author, creation date, software used, and more.
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PDF Metadata Viewer — PDF metadata viewer online
Flixfer's PDF Metadata Viewer reveals the hidden information stored inside any PDF file — including the original author's name, creation and modification dates, the software used to create the document, and more. All inspection happens entirely in your browser, ensuring complete privacy.
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Features
- View author, title, subject, and keywords metadata
- See creation and last-modified dates
- Identify the software used to create the PDF
- Detect if a PDF has been encrypted or has restrictions
- Browser-based — no file uploads required
- Free with no account needed
How to use PDF Metadata Viewer
- Open the PDF Metadata Viewer tool.
- Upload your PDF file.
- The tool instantly displays all available metadata fields.
- Review the information shown.
FAQ
What metadata can I see in a PDF?
Why should I check PDF metadata?
Can I remove or edit the metadata?
Is my PDF uploaded to view metadata?
Why PDF Metadata Matters More Than You Think
Most people have never thought about PDF metadata. But it can cause real problems:
- Legal exposure — A lawyer sharing a contract PDF may inadvertently reveal their client's name in the "Author" field if they forgot to anonymize the original Word document.
- Corporate confidentiality — The "Company" metadata field, automatically populated by Microsoft Word, can reveal your employer's name in documents intended to be shared anonymously.
- Journalistic source protection — Reporters handling leaked documents must check metadata to ensure the document doesn't contain identifying information about the whistleblower.
- Document authentication — Verifying the creation date metadata of a received PDF can help detect backdated or fraudulently altered documents.
Common Metadata Fields Explained
| Field | Typical Contents | Security Risk? |
|---|---|---|
| Author | Original document creator's name | ⚠️ High |
| Creator | Application used (e.g., "Microsoft Word") | 🟡 Low |
| Producer | PDF conversion software used | 🟡 Low |
| Creation Date | When the document was first created | ⚠️ Medium |
| Modified Date | When the document was last changed | ⚠️ Medium |
| Keywords | Tags added during document creation | ⚠️ Medium |
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Benefits
- Verify document authenticity and origin
- Check for accidental personal information leakage
- Understand document history before sharing
- Privacy audit of PDFs before sending externally