How to View PDF Metadata (Author, Date, Software) Free
Inspect the metadata hidden inside a PDF — author name, creation date, software used, and more. Free browser tool, no upload.
Every PDF contains hidden metadata — author name, creation date, modification date, software used, and sometimes revision history. FixMyPDF's metadata viewer reveals all of this instantly.
What PDF Metadata Contains
Author: the name of the person who created the document (often the computer account name). Title: the document title if set. Subject and Keywords: classification tags. Creator: the application used to create the PDF (e.g. "Microsoft Word 2021"). Producer: the PDF library used (e.g. "Adobe PDF Library 15.0"). Creation Date and Modification Date: when the document was first created and last saved.
Steps to View Metadata
Go to fixmypdf.in/tools/metadata-viewer. Upload your PDF. View all metadata fields displayed instantly.
Why Metadata Matters
Reveals who actually created a document (useful for verification or dispute). Shows what software was used (relevant for compatibility and authenticity). Creation and modification dates can confirm document history. Author name may inadvertently reveal personal information if the document is shared publicly.
After Viewing
If you need to remove or edit the metadata before sharing, use the metadata remover or metadata editor.
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