Redaction that only hides text visually
Many free tools draw a black box but leave the underlying text intact. PdfPix Redact PDF permanently deletes the bytes under the redaction box.
For Legal
Free PDF tools for legal professionals — redact, sign, and archive privately
Privilege, chain of custody, and client confidentiality all benefit from keeping documents on the local device. Use PdfPix to redact privileged terms, sign engagement letters, and archive to PDF/A — without uploading client files to a third-party service.
Long-term archival of court filings
Some courts and opposing counsel require PDF/A for submissions. The PDF to PDF/A tool generates ISO-compliant archival copies.
Cost of e-signature services for low-volume use
Solo practitioners and small firms often only sign a few documents a week. A per-document or per-month cost is hard to justify.
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Redact PDF
Permanently remove privileged text, names, and figures from drafts before sharing them with opposing counsel.
Open tool →Sign PDF
Add a signature to engagement letters, retainer agreements, and NDAs without sending them to a signing vendor.
Open tool →Protect PDF
Password-protect client deliverables and sealed filings before they are transmitted.
Open tool →Unlock PDF
Remove legacy password restrictions from internal documents so they can be edited or consolidated.
Open tool →PDF to PDF/A
Convert final filings into PDF/A-1b or PDF/A-2b for long-term archival and court submission.
Open tool →Merge PDF
Assemble court filings that combine cover pages, motions, exhibits, and supporting declarations.
Open tool →Suggested workflow
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Assemble the filing packet
Use Merge PDF to combine the cover page, motion, exhibits, and supporting declaration into a single filing-ready PDF.
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Redact privileged information
If the document is a draft shared outside the firm, use Redact PDF to permanently remove privileged terms before transmission.
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Sign and protect
Add your signature to the engagement letter or filing, then password-protect the file before sending it out.
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Archive to PDF/A
Convert the final document to PDF/A-1b or PDF/A-2b for long-term archival and chain-of-custody preservation.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Redact tool permanently delete the underlying text?
Yes. PdfPix Redact PDF does not just draw a black box. The underlying text and image bytes under the redaction are removed before the file is saved.
Are my client files uploaded to a server?
No. Every tool runs locally in your browser. Files are never uploaded, logged, or retained by PdfPix.
Is PdfPix compliant with legal archiving rules?
PdfPix is a tool, not a service. It produces PDF/A-1b and PDF/A-2b files that meet the ISO archival standard. Whether they are accepted in your jurisdiction is a question for your local rules — the output format is compliant by construction.
Can I rely on electronic signatures from PdfPix?
PdfPix produces electronic signatures (e-signatures). For simple agreements, NDAs, and engagement letters, electronic signatures are typically legally valid. For high-security transactions that require digital certificates, use a qualified e-signature service.