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Redact Sensitive Text in a PDF

Permanently black out sensitive text or graphics in your PDF. The data is truly removed.

Premium feature

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Processed on your device
Never uploaded to a server
No watermarks

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How to use Redact PDF in 3 steps

Open the PDF
Mark what you want to cover
Apply and save

Redact PDF: what it is and when to use it

Remove confidential information before sharing a document.

Redacting a PDF covers sensitive data, such as names, numbers, and addresses, with a solid block before you share it. It is common in legal, medical, and administrative documents.

Rayo PDF GO lets you mark the areas to cover and save the redacted version on your device.

Common uses

Hide ID numbers or account numbers.
Share legal documents with protected data.
Publish examples without personal information.
Meet privacy requirements.

Tips for better results

Review the entire result before sharing.
Cover every occurrence of the data.
Send only the redacted version.

Why Rayo PDF GO

Truly private

Your files are processed on your device and never uploaded to a server.

Fast

No queues, no waiting for a server.

On every device

iPhone, Android, Mac, Windows and browser.

Free to start

Essential tools are free; Premium unlocks the advanced ones.

Frequently asked questions

Is it really removed?

Yes: the pages are regenerated with the content covered, so no text is left underneath.

Is it reversible?

No; keep the original.

Is it free?

It is a Premium feature.

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