How to Lock and Unlock PDF with Password Online

Password-protect PDFs or remove password from locked PDFs. Free online tool. No install.

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Sometimes you need to lock a PDF with a password before sending; other times you have a locked PDF and need to unlock it (with the password). Doing this online avoids installing PDF software. A single tool that can both lock and unlock is especially handy.

To lock: upload the PDF, set a password, download the protected file. To unlock: upload the locked PDF, enter the password, download the unlocked file. For sensitive documents, choose a tool that processes in the browser so the file isn’t stored on a server.

Use our Lock / Unlock PDF tool to add or remove PDF passwordsβ€”free and private.


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FAQs

Is it safe to unlock PDFs online?
When processing is done in your browser, the PDF is not uploaded to a server. That reduces exposure.
What if I forget the PDF password?
If the PDF is strongly encrypted, recovery may be impossible. Store passwords in a safe place.

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