About this tool
Password protect a PDF with strong AES-256 encryption, or unlock a PDF you know the password for so it opens without one. Everything happens on your device.
How to add or remove a PDF password
- Open your PDF. Drop it on the page or choose it from your device.
- Add or remove the password. To lock: type a password twice and choose what people can do. To unlock: type the current password.
- Download. Your locked or unlocked PDF downloads straight away.
Questions people ask
How strong is the protection?
We use AES-256, the strongest encryption standard PDFs support. A long password matters most.
Can you open a PDF if I forgot the password?
No. This tool only removes a password you know.
Is my PDF or password sent anywhere?
No. Both stay in your browser.
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