Secure PDF Redaction
Permanently black out text and areas in a PDF. Redacted pages are converted to pictures with the boxes burned in, so the hidden text is truly gone (verified). Draw boxes or search for words. Free, fast, no sign-up required.
How to use Secure PDF Redaction
- Open the tool at the top of this page.
- Upload your file or enter your text/data.
- Click the action button and download your result instantly — no sign-up needed.
About Secure PDF Redaction
Category: PDF Tools. Permanently black out text and areas in a PDF. Redacted pages are converted to pictures with the boxes burned in, so the hidden text is truly gone (verified). Draw boxes or search for words. No account or installation required. Works on any device — Windows, Mac, Android, iPhone.
Free limit: 40 MB per file · Premium limit: 500 MB per file · Files auto-deleted in 1 hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is my PDF sent to a server?
PDF conversion and OCR run on Toolysite cloud servers and files are auto-deleted within 1 hour.
Can I convert scanned PDFs?
Yes – use the OCR PDF tool to make scanned documents searchable.
What is the file size limit?
40 MB for free users, 500 MB for Premium users.
Is this tool free?
Yes. Toolysite is 100% free to use. No account required.
Do I need to install anything?
No. Everything works online in your browser. No software download needed.
Is my data safe?
Yes. Your files are processed securely, never shared, and automatically deleted within 1 hour.
What is the file upload limit?
Free users can upload up to 40 MB — which is higher than most tools websites. For larger files up to 500 MB, upgrade to Premium.