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DOCX Tool
DOCX Metadata Cleaner
View and remove basic document metadata before sharing or submission.
About this tool
What is DOCX Metadata Cleaner?
DOCX Metadata Cleaner removes the hidden properties stored in a Word document, such as the author name, last editor and editing history. It creates a clean regenerated DOCX so you can share a file without passing along details about who wrote it or on what machine.
Useful when you need to
- Remove your name from a document before sharing it publicly
- Clean a template before passing it to a group
- Send a neutral document for blind review
- Share notes without revealing editing history
How to use
How to use DOCX Metadata Cleaner
01 02 Run the cleaner
The tool rebuilds the document with only neutral properties.
03 Download the clean file
Save the new DOCX.
04 Check the result
Open it in Word and confirm the content is intact, then look at File > Info to see the cleaned properties.
Tips
Get better results
- The cleaned file is regenerated, so advanced Word features may not be preserved. Compare it with the original.
- Names typed inside the document body are not removed.
- Keep the original file as your master copy.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does it keep my formatting?
It focuses on text content. Some advanced formatting and objects may be simplified in the clean copy.
Are tracked changes removed?
The clean copy is rebuilt from the document text, so review it to confirm that nothing from the editing history remains.
Is this tool finished?
It is in beta. Use it for simple documents and always check the output.
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