Remove Metadata from Word Documents
Strip author name, company, revision history, and hidden metadata from a Word document in seconds. Free, private, no account needed.
How DocxLab Strips Word Metadata
Microsoft Word files package document properties into XML schemas inside the DOCX archive. DocxLab sanitizes docProps/core.xml and docProps/app.xml to permanently strip author names, revision timestamps, and company labels.
Upload Word .docx File
Select or drop your Word document into the secure in-browser parser. Processing runs locally without uploading to third-party services.
Inspect & Strip XML Manifests
Our engine unpacks docProps/core.xml and docProps/app.xml to isolate author names, revision counts, timestamps, and company labels.
Download Sanitized Document
Receive a clean .docx file with all identifiable metadata permanently erased, while preserving 100% of your visible text, tables, and styles.
Frequently Asked Questions about Remove Metadata from Word
Will this change how my Word document looks?
No. Only hidden properties stored in docProps/core.xml and docProps/app.xml are sanitized. Your visible document body, styling, typography, tables, and images are untouched.
What exactly gets removed from my .docx file?
DocxLab strips the original author name, last editor identity, organization/company name, revision count, total editing duration, and creation/modification timestamps.
Is my file safe and private?
Yes. All inspection and sanitization executes directly in your browser session using web standards. Files are never stored permanently, retaining 100% client privacy.
Why does my Word document have my name in it?
Microsoft Office automatically attaches your operating system user account name, organization name, and revision metadata to every document for collaborative auditing.