Sanitization
Removing hidden data, metadata, scripts, or attachments from documents.
Definition
Removing hidden data, metadata, scripts, or attachments from documents.
Why it matters
Reduces privacy and security leakage risks before sharing.
Related PDFHQ workflows
Relevant when preparing PDFs for external distribution.
Related Knowledge
Redaction
Permanent removal of sensitive content from a document.
File Attachment
Embedded file payload stored inside a PDF document.
Metadata
Descriptive document data such as title, author, and timestamps.