Unlock PDF
Remove password protection and printing or copying restrictions from a PDF. If the file needs a password to open, enter it once and save an unlocked copy.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I unlock a PDF without knowing the password?
If the PDF only has restrictions (it opens without a password but won't let you print or copy), it can be unlocked instantly. If it needs a password to open, you must know that password.
Is it legal to unlock a PDF?
Unlocking your own documents, or ones you have permission to use, is fine. Don't remove protection from files you are not authorized to access.
Is my password sent anywhere?
No. Decryption happens entirely in your browser.
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