PDF Metadata: Understanding and Managing Document Properties
Complete guide to PDF metadata including title, author, keywords, and custom properties. Learn to view, edit, and remove metadata.
PDF metadata contains important information about your documents. Understanding and managing metadata is crucial for organization, privacy, and SEO.
What is PDF Metadata?
Metadata includes title, author, subject, keywords, creation date, modification date, and custom properties that describe your PDF document.
Privacy Considerations
Metadata can reveal sensitive information like author names, edit history, and software used. Learn when and how to remove metadata for privacy.
SEO Benefits
Well-crafted metadata improves document discoverability, helps search engines index your PDFs, and provides context for users.
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