Free PDF Redaction Tools Leave Sensitive Text Accessible Under Black Boxes
Most free PDF redaction tools apply a visual overlay rather than removing the underlying text from the document's content stream, meaning anyone can copy-paste the 'hidden' content. This is a structural flaw affecting individuals and organizations handling sensitive documents — legal, medical, financial — who believe they have properly redacted information. The gap between perceived and actual data removal creates a real compliance and privacy risk.
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