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PDFnord Pro 2026

Redact PDFs – remove confidential content securely

Make personal data and trade secrets permanently unreadable – not just covered up.

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One-time price incl. VAT · no subscription · Windows 10 & 11 · download after free sign-up

Redaction means removal – not just covering up

A black box drawn over a name is not enough: in many PDF files the text underneath is still in the document and can be copied or searched. PDFnord Pro 2026 redacts properly: the marked content is permanently removed from the file when you save – text, image areas and hidden layers.

How to redact a PDF

  1. Open the PDF and choose the Redact tool.
  2. Mark words, lines or whole areas.
  3. Review and apply – PDFnord saves a redacted copy, your original stays untouched.

Typical use cases

  • Data protection (GDPR): answer access requests without disclosing third-party data.
  • Authorities, law firms, HR departments: prepare files, contracts and references for sharing.
  • Quotes and invoices: remove prices or terms before sharing.

Local and confidential

Confidential documents do not belong in an online service. PDFnord redacts entirely on your computer – no upload, no cloud.

Part of PDFnord Pro 2026

Redaction is a feature of PDFnord Pro 2026 (one-time €199 incl. VAT, no subscription). Pro also includes creating web forms, converting scans into editable PDF files and marketing tools. Already on Standard? Upgrade to Pro for the price difference in your customer account – your licence key stays the same.

Frequently asked questions

Is PDFnord a subscription?
No. You buy a licence once and use PDFnord permanently. There is no term and no automatic renewal.
How much does PDFnord cost?
PDFnord Standard 2026 costs a one-time €149, PDFnord Pro 2026 a one-time €199 – each incl. 19% VAT per device. From 2 licences volume pricing applies (Standard: €139, €129, €119; Pro: €185, €172, €159 per licence).
Can I try PDFnord before buying?
Yes. Download and install PDFnord for free. Without an activated licence you can open and read PDFs; activate a licence to edit. [Trial period to be defined]
On how many devices can I use a licence?
One licence covers one device. When you get a new PC, release the old device in your account (up to 3 releases in 30 days) and activate the licence on the new one.
What are the system requirements?
Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit) with .NET Framework 4.8 (included in current Windows versions). An internet connection is required for activation and the licence check about every 7 days.

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