GroupDocs.Redaction presents an easy-to-use app Replace Text in Word documents. The text replacement app works for both the content of the document and its metadata.

Please upload your Word file, specify text phrase, then phrase for substitution, and push Replace Now button. Our app will process your file and you can download the result.

This web application is built using sanitization API implemented in the GroupDocs.Redaction for .NET library and supports the following features:

Exact phrase and regular expression to search text for replacement.
Case sensitive and case insensitive pattern matching.
Wide variety of supported document formats (see supported formats list).

How to replace text in Word document

Select the text replacement area from the "Replace" dropdown list (text, metadata).
Upload your Word document to replace text
Enter text search pattern and replacement value
Click "Replace Now" button
Download the resultant Word file
Send result by email

FAQ

❓ How can I clean personal data from Word documents?

First, you need to upload a file: drag & drop your Word file or click inside the white area to choose a file, then you will have to choose type of redaction, replacement and options.
⏱️ How long does it take to sanitize Word documents?

The redaction works fast - typically it takes a couple of seconds to sanitize Word documents.
🛡️ Is it safe to sanitize Word files using free GroupDocs.Redaction App?

Of course! The redacted files will be available shortly after the file uploaded and will be deleted in 24 hours.
💻 Can I open Word and redact Word sensitive data on Linux, Mac OS, or Android?

Yes, you can use the free GroupDocs.Redaction on any operating system that has a web browser - our Word redaction application works online and does not require any software installation.
🌐 What browser should I use to redact Word documents data?

You can use any modern browser to sanitize Word documents data, for example, Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, Firefox, Opera, or Safari.
</> What code is running on the server-side to redact Word data?

Detailed code examples are available at GitHub in the form of executable projects.

Replace Text in Word Document

Replace text in Word documents with a few simple steps

How to replace text in Word document

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