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Unlock PDF

Remove the password from a PDF you can access.

Unlock a PDF (Remove Password)

Remove the password from a PDF you have the right to access, producing an unprotected copy. Enter the password and the decryption happens entirely in your browser.

What it removes

  • The open password (with the correct password entered)
  • Owner/permission restrictions on printing and editing
  • Outputs a clean, unencrypted PDF

Only your own files

Use this only on PDFs you're authorized to access. You must supply the correct password for documents that require one to open.

Private & Processed Locally

Decryption happens entirely in your browser; your file and password are never uploaded.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Unlock PDF.

Do I need the password?
To unlock a PDF that requires a password to open, yes — enter it. Owner/permission locks can be removed without one.
Are my files uploaded?
Yes. Everything is processed entirely in your browser and your files are never uploaded to a server.
Is it legal?
Only unlock PDFs you are authorized to access.

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