How to Redact Word and Excel Documents

Office tools are not designed for secure redaction. Hidden data can remain in the file even when the visible content looks “covered”.

Problems

Tracked changes, hidden cells, comments, and metadata can leak information.

Convert the final version to PDF and use a true redaction workflow that removes underlying content.

Prefer offline redaction?

Download PII Blackout and keep sensitive documents on your computer while you redact.