Unlock PDF
Remove a password or restrictions from a PDF and download an unlocked copy. Works in your browser, so the file and password stay on your device.
Unlock PDF
Drop a PDF to unlock
or click to browse — PDF only
How to use unlock pdf
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Add a PDF
Drop the password-protected or restricted PDF you want to unlock.
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Enter the password
If the file requires a password to open, type it here. Leave blank for restriction-only files.
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Unlock and download
A clean, unprotected copy is created and saved to your device.
What you can do
Remove open passwords
Create an unprotected copy of a PDF when you know the password.
Strip restrictions
Remove copying and printing restrictions so you can work freely with the file.
Handled locally
Decryption runs in your browser — your document and password never leave your device.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the password?
If the PDF requires a password to open, yes. If it only has restrictions (like no printing), you can usually unlock it without one.
Is my password safe?
Yes. Decryption happens entirely in your browser using WebAssembly; the password is never transmitted anywhere.
Can I unlock a PDF I do not own?
Only remove protection from documents you have the right to modify. Respect the terms set by the document’s owner.