Whiteout PDF
Cover parts of a PDF with white boxes, then write over them.
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Runs on your device — your files are not uploaded.
Free: files up to 200 MB, up to 50 files. No daily limit.
To white out a PDF, open it in Whiteout PDF and drag a white box over the text or image to hide it; you can type replacement text on top. To remove content for good, use Redact PDF.
How to white out a PDF in 3 steps
- 1
Choose a PDF file.
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Drag over what you want to cover. Whiteout covers content but doesn't remove it. Use Redact to remove sensitive content.
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Select Save, then download your PDF.
What can Whiteout PDF do?
- Runs in your browser: your file never leaves your device.
- The full editor is one click away: change existing text, add images, shapes, links, notes and signatures.
- Undo and redo every step, and come back to unsaved edits within 2 hours.
- Works on phones with a bottom toolbar and pinch to zoom.
How do I white out a PDF?
To white out a PDF, drag a white box over the text, image or area you want to hide, then save. Select a box to move or resize it, change its colour to match the page, or type replacement text on top. You can undo and redo every step.
What is the difference between whiteout and redaction?
Whiteout hides content visually, while redaction removes it from the file. Text under a whiteout box can still be found by search tools or copied. For names, account numbers and other sensitive details, use Redact PDF instead.
This page opens the PDFDaily editor with the right tool already selected, and every other editing tool in Edit PDF is one click away.
Frequently asked questions
How do I white out text in a PDF?
Open the PDF in Whiteout PDF and drag a box over the text you want to hide. The box covers it in white, and you can type new text on top before you save.
Does whiteout permanently remove text from a PDF?
No. Whiteout covers content with a box, but the text underneath is still in the file and can be found by search tools. To remove text for good, use Redact PDF.
Can I erase text in a PDF and replace it?
Yes. Cover the old text with whiteout, then add a text box on top. To change the words in the file itself, click the line with Edit text instead, which replaces the old text rather than hiding it.
Can I change the whiteout colour?
Yes. Select the box and pick another colour, for example to match a cream or grey page background.
Is Whiteout PDF free?
Yes. It runs on your device, so there is no daily limit.
Is my PDF uploaded when I white it out?
No. The PDF is opened and saved in your browser.
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Last updated October 23, 2026