Remove the password from a PDF
Upload the protected PDF, enter the password once and save the file without protection. It then opens without a password prompt. Important: this only works if you know the password — a forgotten password can’t be bypassed.
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Your files never leave your device — everything runs locally in your browser.
How it works
- 1
Upload the PDF
The tool detects which kind of protection is used.
- 2
Enter the password
Only needed if the file requires a password to open.
- 3
Unlock
Encryption and restrictions are removed.
- 4
Save
Download the unprotected PDF.
Two kinds of PDF protection
| Protection | Effect | Unlocking |
|---|---|---|
| Open password | The file can’t be opened without the password. | only with the password |
| Permission restrictions | Opening works, but printing, copying or editing is blocked. | usually without a password |
Typical cases
Banks, insurers and employers often send statements, policies or payslips with a password. For your own records, taxes or portal uploads, that’s tedious in the long run. Once unlocked, the file opens normally and can be merged or edited.
Only unlock documents you own or are authorized to use. Your password and file stay on your device.
Tips
Frequently asked questions
I forgot the password — can I still unlock it?
No. With an open password the file is encrypted; nobody can legitimately decrypt it without the password.
Does the content change?
No, only the protection is removed.
Can I add a password again later?
Yes, with Password-protect a PDF.