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Auto-Redact PII
Detect and permanently remove PII in one click
Free vs Pro: Pro feature. Detect PII, Verify Redaction and manual redaction stay free.
Privacy ToolsDesktop App Tool
Auto-Redact PII is available in the desktop app
This tool relies on native processing for speed, large files, and full offline privacy. Use the desktop app to run it locally with no uploads.
How To Use Auto-Redact PII Offline
- Open 1FileTool — Download and install the app on your Mac, Windows or Linux computer. Select Auto-Redact PII from the Privacy Tools category or search for it with Cmd+K.
- Drop your file — Drag and drop your file into the tool. You can also paste from clipboard or select multiple files for batch processing. Everything stays on your device.
- Get your result — Click process and your file is ready instantly. No uploads, no waiting for servers, no data leaving your computer.
Why Use 1FileTool Over Online Tools?
- 100% offline — Files never leave your computer. No uploads, ever.
- Pay once — One-time payment from $29. No monthly subscriptions.
- Instant results — Local processing is faster than uploading + server processing + downloading.
- No file size limits — Process files of any size, limited only by your disk space.
- GDPR compliant — No data collection means complete privacy compliance by design.
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