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Unlock PDF

Remove the password from a PDF you can open, or remove printing and copying restrictions.

How to unlock PDF

  1. Drop the protected PDF.
  2. Type its password if it asks for one.
  3. Click Unlock PDF to download a copy without the password.

Frequently asked questions

Can it crack a password I don’t know?

No. For PDFs that need a password to open, you must know it. Files that only restrict printing or copying can be unlocked without one.

Is it legal?

Only unlock PDFs that you own or have permission to change.

Is my file uploaded?

No. Everything runs in your browser.

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Everything runs in your browser. Your files and text are never uploaded.

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