Sanitize PDF — Remove Scripts and Hidden Data Online Free
Clean your PDF by removing JavaScript, hidden layers, forms, and embedded files that may be unsafe. One click — no registration.
How to sanitize a PDF
- 1Upload your PDF file
- 2Click 'Sanitize'
- 3The tool automatically removes all unsafe elements
- 4Download the cleaned PDF
Features
- Removes JavaScript actions and automatic triggers
- Strips embedded files and attachments
- Removes hidden layers and interactive form fields
- Visual page content is preserved unchanged
Use cases
- Check a PDF from an untrusted source before opening
- Prepare a PDF for publication by removing scripts and hidden data
- Clean an email attachment before sharing with clients
FAQ
What is removed during sanitization?
JavaScript actions, embedded files, hidden layers, and form fields.
Will the visual content change?
No. Only non-visual or potentially unsafe elements are removed.
Does sanitization protect against PDF viruses?
Sanitization removes active components (scripts, attachments). For full protection, also use antivirus software.