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How to Fingerprint a PDF per Recipient Free

Add an invisible unique ID to a PDF so you can tell copies apart. A deterrent, not forensics.

What it does

Each run stamps a unique ID into the PDF's metadata and as near-invisible text on every page. Send each recipient their own copy and note which ID went to whom.

What it is not

This is a deterrent, not forensic tracking. Printing to a new PDF, flattening, screenshots, or stripping metadata can remove the ID. Nothing is stored anywhere; the ID is shown once, so write it down.

How to use it

  1. Open Fingerprint PDF and add your PDF.
  2. Optionally type the recipient's name.
  3. Download the copy and record the ID.

Privacy

Everything happens on your device.