PDF metadata viewer

View PDF metadata

Read the descriptive and technical metadata stored in a PDF without editing the document. The downloaded text report includes common fields and the page count, making it easier to audit a file before sharing or editing it.

How to view pdf metadata

1. Select the PDF.
2. Run the metadata check.
3. Download the generated text report.
4. Review title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, dates, and page count.

Key features of PDF metadata viewer

1. Read-only inspection
2. Reports title and author
3. Reports subject and keywords
4. Reports creator and producer
5. Reports creation and modification dates
6. Includes total page count

View metadata versus edit metadata

This tool only reports stored values. Use Edit PDF metadata to change supported fields or Remove PDF metadata to clear them.

Frequently asked questions about PDF metadata viewer

What information appears in the report?

It includes title, author, subject, keywords, creator, producer, creation date, modification date, and page count.

Does an empty field mean the PDF is damaged?

No. Many PDFs simply do not contain every optional metadata field.

Is the report a PDF file?

No. The tool downloads the metadata as a text file for easy review.

Does the tool change my original file?

No. The tool reads the file and creates a separate text report.

Can I use it with a password-protected PDF?

A protected PDF may need to be unlocked before the tool can read or process it.

Will large files take longer?

They can. Processing time depends on the file size, page count, and the work required for each page.