The invention discloses a method for preparation of a Sartan drug by removal of a triphenylmethyl protective group. The method includes: under the catalysis of an insoluble weak acid, subjecting a Sartan prodrug and methanol to deprotection reaction, and after complete reaction, conducting aftertreatment to obtain the Sartan drug. The method has the characteristics of low cost, few side product, high quality product, and simple aftertreatment. At the same time, montmorillonite can be taken as insoluble weak acid, and the cost is low, thus being convenient for industrial production.