What to verify
- Check both visible and hidden markers in the same fixture.
- The published PDF24 Online result is Browser-only and does not certify other files or editions.
- A metadata finding must stay visible even when page text is removed.
Published fixture outcomes
Every relevant edition is shown. “Not run” is an empty evidence slot, not a failure or a vendor feature tick. Paid-edition hands-on tests are not part of the current test program.
Get the fixtures and test steps| Exact edition | Permanently redact textpdf-redaction-v1 |
|---|---|
| ABBYY FineReader PDF Standard annual · WindowsWindows | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Adobe Acrobat Pro · individual annual, billed monthlyWindows, macOS | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Adobe Acrobat Reader · desktopWindows, macOS | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Adobe Acrobat Standard · individual annual, billed monthlyWindows, macOS | Not runVendor documents this feature as unavailable. No original test implied. |
| Apple Preview Included with macOSmacOS | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Foxit PDF Editor PDF Editor 14 PerpetualWindows, macOS | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| iLovePDF Premium annual · web workflowBrowser | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| LibreOffice Draw DesktopWindows, macOS, Linux | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Microsoft Edge Built-in PDF reader · desktopWindows, macOS | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Nitro PDF Standard · Windows subscriptionWindows | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Okular DesktopLinux, Windows | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| PDF24 CreatorWindows | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| PDF24 Online ToolsBrowser | PassBrowser · Online web app; vendor build number not exposed · 12 Sept 2026 |
| PDF Expert Mac Premium AnnualmacOS | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| PDFgear macOSmacOS | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| PDFgear WindowsWindows | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| PDF-XChange EditorWindows | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| PDF-XChange Editor PlusWindows | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Sejda PDF Desktop FreeWindows, macOS, Linux | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Sejda PDF Desktop + Web AnnualWindows, macOS, Linux | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Smallpdf Pro · web workflowBrowser | Not runNo published original outcome. |
| Stirling PDF Self-hosted instanceBrowser | Not runNo published original outcome. |
Let’s check your requirements.
0 tested matches · 14 candidates need verification. Unknown features never count as a yes.
Adobe Acrobat
Reader · desktopA free reader for reviewing, filling and signing existing PDF documents.
- Fill existing forms
- Annotate & sign
Reader cannot edit existing text or images. A paid Acrobat plan unlocks different tools; this record does not cover the web subscription.
Permanently redact text needs verification
Vendor sources · independent tests pendingLibreOffice Draw
DesktopAn open-source drawing workflow with PDF form export and a documented redacted-export process.
- Create fillable forms
Use the dedicated Redacted Export command for final output. Existing PDF layout fidelity and permanent removal have not been tested.
Permanently redact text needs verification
Vendor sources · independent tests pendingMicrosoft Edge
Built-in PDF reader · desktopThe browser’s built-in PDF reader can open local documents, add annotations and fill supported forms.
- Annotate & sign
XFA forms are unsupported. Ink and added text do not establish editing of an existing PDF paragraph or creation of interactive fields.
Permanently redact text needs verification
Vendor sources · independent tests pending8 editions ruled out · see why
Apple Preview Included with macOS: Windows is not supported by this edition.
PDF24 Online Tools: Windows is not supported by this edition.
PDFgear macOS: Windows is not supported by this edition.
iLovePDF Premium annual · web workflow: Windows is not supported by this edition.
PDF Expert Mac Premium Annual: Windows is not supported by this edition.
Adobe Acrobat Standard · individual annual, billed monthly: Permanently redact text is unavailable.
Smallpdf Pro · web workflow: Windows is not supported by this edition.
Stirling PDF Self-hosted instance: Windows is not supported by this edition.