View Metadata
Examine the hidden properties embedded in a PDF file. The tool displays document information (title, author, dates), XMP metadata, page dimensions, and other structural data in a readable format.
How It Works
- Upload a PDF file.
- The tool immediately parses the file and displays all available metadata in organized sections.
- Review the document info dictionary, XMP metadata tree, and structural properties.
- No processing step is needed -- metadata is displayed as soon as the file loads.
Features
- Displays standard document info fields: Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, Producer
- Shows creation and modification dates in human-readable format
- Parses and renders the full XMP metadata tree with nested namespaces
- Handles PDF date format (
D:20240101120000Z) conversion to readable dates - Organized into collapsible sections for easy navigation
Metadata Sections
| Section | Contents |
|---|---|
| Document Info | Title, Author, Subject, Keywords, Creator, Producer, Creation Date, Modification Date |
| XMP Metadata | Full XML-based metadata tree with Dublin Core, XAP, PDF, and custom namespaces |
| Document Properties | Page count, PDF version, file size, encryption status |
Use Cases
- Checking who authored a PDF and when it was last modified
- Verifying that metadata was properly set before publishing a document
- Auditing PDFs for privacy by checking what personal information is embedded
- Investigating the software used to create or modify a PDF (via the Producer field)
- Reviewing XMP metadata for digital asset management compliance
Tips
- PDF date strings that start with
D:are automatically converted to your local timezone format. - If metadata fields appear empty, the PDF creator simply did not set them. Not all PDFs contain rich metadata.
- To modify metadata after inspecting it, use Edit Metadata. To strip it entirely, use Remove Metadata.