Documentation

Welcome to the PDF Ghost documentation. Here you'll find everything you need to securely distribute your PDFs and detect potential leaks.

What is PDF Ghost?

PDF Ghost is a web application that fingerprints every PDF you send, enabling you to trace leaks back to the exact recipient. The system generates per-recipient copies with layered invisible marks and optional visible overlays, giving you confidence when documents are leaked.

Key Features

• Invisible Fingerprinting: Add undetectable marks to track each PDF copy
• Visible Watermarks: Optional "Confidential" overlays with recipient information
• Leak Detection: Upload suspicious PDFs to identify the original recipient
• Batch Processing: Handle up to 100 recipients efficiently
• Secure Storage: Enterprise-grade security with encrypted storage
• Audit Trail: Complete logging of all document operations
• Token Packs: Purchase additional tokens that never expire

Getting Started

If you're new to PDF Ghost, start with our Getting Started Guide to create your first fingerprinted PDF job.

Quick Navigation

For New Users

1. Create Your Account
2. Upload Your First PDF
3. Understand the Dashboard

For Existing Users

• Job Management
• Leak Detection Guide
• Best Practices

Common Use Cases

Enterprise Document Distribution

Securely distribute confidential documents to multiple recipients with per-recipient tracking.

Legal Document Protection

Add invisible fingerprints to legal documents for source tracing if leaked.

Training Materials

Protect proprietary training materials with visible watermarks and invisible tracking.

HR Documentation

Secure employee handbooks and confidential HR documents.

Need Help?

• Browse our FAQ section
• Check out Best Practices
• Review Troubleshooting tips

What's Next?

Ready to start? Head over to the Getting Started section to begin using PDF Ghost.