How to Edit PDF Metadata Online Free — Title, Author & Keywords
June 24, 2026 · 3 min read
PDF metadata — the title, author, subject, and keywords embedded in every PDF — is important for organization, searchability, and professionalism. But many PDFs come with missing or incorrect metadata. Here's how to fix it.
Why Edit PDF Metadata?
- Better organization — Proper titles and authors make files easier to find
- SEO for documents — Keywords help search engines index your PDFs
- Professional presentation — Clean metadata looks more professional when sharing
- Library management — Sort and filter by author or subject in PDF readers
How to Edit PDF Metadata Online Free
Using PDFTools Metadata Editor:
- Open the Metadata Editor
- Upload your PDF by dragging and dropping
- Existing metadata loads automatically for editing
- Update title, author, subject, and keywords
- Click "Save Changes & Download" to get your updated PDF
What Metadata Can You Edit?
- Title — The name displayed in PDF readers and search results
- Author — The creator or organization behind the document
- Subject — A brief description of the document's content
- Keywords — Tags that improve searchability
Try the free online PDF metadata editor now.