Unlock PDF

Remove the password from a PDF you can open, so you don’t have to type it every time. Restrictions on printing and copying are removed too.

Drop a PDF hereOne file at a time. Everything happens in your browser.Choose PDF

🔒 Your file is processed in your browser and never uploaded.

How to unlock a PDF

  1. Open the protected PDF.
  2. Enter its password (not needed if the PDF only has restrictions).
  3. Click Unlock PDF to download a copy without a password.

Frequently asked questions

Can it unlock a PDF without the password?

No. You need the password to open the file. If the PDF only restricts printing or copying, it can be unlocked without one.

Is the file uploaded?

No. Decryption happens in your browser and the file stays on your device.

Will anything be lost?

Pages and their content are kept. Some extras such as bookmarks or form fields may not carry over.