Why would a filename need cleaning?

A filename itself can carry identifying information - a real name, a date, a device pattern - even after the file content and its metadata have been cleaned up separately.

Does this rename the actual file?

No - it only generates a suggested new name as text. Save/rename the file yourself using that name.

Does this tool upload my filename anywhere?

No - the random name is generated entirely in your browser.

Filename Privacy Cleaner

Replace a filename with a random name before sharing a file, keeping only its extension.

Filename

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How it works

1
Paste the original filename

Anything from "john_smith_passport_scan.pdf" to a camera default.
2
Get a random replacement

The extension is kept so the file still opens correctly.
3
Regenerate if needed

Click Regenerate for a different random name.

FAQ

Why would a filename need cleaning?: A filename itself can carry identifying information - a real name, a date, a device pattern - even after the file content and its metadata have been cleaned up separately.
Does this rename the actual file?: No - it only generates a suggested new name as text. Save/rename the file yourself using that name.
Does this tool upload my filename anywhere?: No - the random name is generated entirely in your browser.