Remove PDF Restrictions Online Free
Remove printing, copying, editing, and annotation restrictions from a PDF. Free, private, runs entirely in your browser.
Click to select a PDF file, or drag and drop
Your file never leaves your browserHow to Remove PDF Restrictions
- Upload the restricted PDF you want to unlock.
- If prompted, enter the owner password (some protected files require it).
- Click Remove Restrictions — printing, copying, editing, and annotation restrictions are lifted.
- Download the unrestricted PDF automatically.
Example
You receive a PDF from a vendor that blocks printing and text selection. Upload the file, enter the owner password if required, and download a version with full permissions restored — printing at high resolution, copying text, and editing are all enabled again.
Common Use Cases
- Unlocking a PDF that blocks printing so you can create a hard copy.
- Enabling text selection and copying on a document that restricts it.
- Restoring editing permissions on a PDF you own but cannot modify.
FAQ
- Do I need the owner password? If the PDF has an owner password, you must provide it. If no owner password was set, restrictions can be removed directly.
- Will this remove the user (open) password? No — this tool only lifts permission restrictions. Use the Unlock PDF tool to remove the open password.
- Is my file uploaded anywhere? No — all processing happens in your browser.