PDF Metadata Viewer
Inspect hidden metadata, document properties, author, creation date, producer software, and raw XMP packets in any PDF file.
Drop a PDF file here or click to browse
View Title, Author, Creator, Producer, Dates, Version, Security & XMP tags — 100% private in-browser
How to Use PDF Metadata Viewer
- Select PDF Document: Upload or drag-and-drop any PDF file to inspect its metadata.
- Inspect Document Information: View Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator software, and Producer details.
- Review Technical Specifications: Check PDF version, page count, security encryption status, and Web Linearization.
- Export Metadata: Click 'Copy JSON' or 'Copy XMP' to extract structured metadata for development or archival use.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of metadata can this tool reveal?
It displays document info (Title, Author, Subject, Keywords), creation software (Creator, Producer), Creation and Modification timestamps, PDF specification version, total pages, and XMP schema packets.
Is my PDF file uploaded to your server?
Never. The metadata parser runs 100% locally in your browser. No files or metadata are transmitted over the network.
Can I copy the metadata in structured JSON format?
Yes. Click the 'Copy JSON' button to copy all properties in clean, well-formatted JSON.
What is XMP metadata?
XMP (Extensible Metadata Platform) is an XML-based metadata standard used by Adobe and graphic software to store detailed workflow and authoring information.
Can this tool tell me if a PDF is encrypted or protected?
Yes, the technical specifications card indicates whether encryption or permission security is enabled.
What does 'Linearized (Fast Web)' mean?
Linearized PDFs are optimized for web browsers to render the first page before downloading the rest of the document.