PDF Flatten & Secure
Secure your PDF documents by flattening form fields and removing sensitive metadata. Perfect for sharing contracts, filled forms, or any document you want to protect from modifications.
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Max size: 50MB
How It Works
- 1Upload your PDF with form fields or metadata
- 2Choose options: flatten forms, remove metadata, or both
- 3Preview the secured document
- 4Download your protected PDF
Use Cases
- Sharing filled forms that shouldn't be modified
- Removing author information before distribution
- Creating print-ready PDFs from form documents
- Archiving documents in a permanent state
Benefits
- Prevent unauthorized modifications to form data
- Remove sensitive metadata (author, dates, software)
- Reduce file size by flattening complex forms
- Ensure consistent appearance across all viewers
- 100% private - no server upload
FAQ
What does "flatten" mean?
Flattening converts interactive form fields into static content. The values become part of the page, making them uneditable while preserving their appearance.
What metadata is removed?
We remove author name, creation/modification dates, software information, and custom metadata. The visual content remains unchanged.
Can the flattening be reversed?
No, flattening is permanent. Always keep a backup of your original document if you might need to edit it later.
Does this add password protection?
No, this tool flattens and cleans the document. For password protection, you would need a different tool. However, flattening prevents casual editing.
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