Black out a PAN number on a document
Hide your PAN before you share a document, without uploading it.
Your PAN identifies you to the tax system and to banks, so you rarely want it visible on a document you are sharing for another reason. This tool blacks it out and removes it on export, all in your browser, so the document is never uploaded.
How to black out a PAN number on a PDF
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Add your PDF
Drop in the document that shows your PAN.
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Cover the number
Draw a black box over the PAN.
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Apply and download
On export the PAN under the box is permanently removed.
Why black out a PAN on your device
A visible PAN on a shared document is a lasting exposure. Redacting it in the browser means the version with your PAN is never uploaded to a server.
Frequently asked questions
Is the PAN really gone?+
Yes. On export the content under the box is deleted, so it cannot be selected, copied or recovered from the file.
Is my document uploaded?+
No. Redaction runs in your browser, so the file never leaves your device.
Can I black out more than the PAN?+
Yes, add boxes over your name, address or anything else you do not need to share.
Is it free?+
Yes, with no sign-up.