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Unlock PDF

Remove password protection from a PDF when you know its password.

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This tool runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.

About Unlock PDF

Unlock PDF saves a copy of your document without encryption. You must supply the correct password for files that need one to open. This tool does not guess or crack unknown passwords.

For people who own a protected file, such as a bank statement, and need an unprotected copy for archiving or merging.

What it does

  • Uses the password you provide
  • Removes print and copy restrictions from files you are entitled to use
  • Password is never stored

How to use Unlock PDF

  1. Upload the protected PDF.
  2. Type its current password if it has one.
  3. Select Unlock PDF.
  4. Download the unlocked copy.

Frequently asked questions

Can you unlock a PDF if I lost the password?

No. This tool only works with the correct password, or with files whose security allows opening without one.

Is this legal?

Only unlock documents you own or are authorised to use. You are responsible for respecting the rights of the document owner.

Limits and privacy

A wrong password returns an error; no password guessing is attempted.

Everything happens on your device, so your content never reaches our server.

Processing speed depends on your device. Files up to 100 MB are supported; very large documents work best on a computer.

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