Unlock PDF
Remove the password from a PDF file so it opens without prompting. Free, private, runs entirely in your browser.
Click to select a PDF file, or drag and drop
Your file never leaves your browserHow to Unlock a PDF
- Upload the encrypted PDF file.
- If the file requires a password, enter it when prompted.
- Click Unlock & Download to save a password-free version.
Example
You received a password-protected invoice from a vendor but lost the email with the password. Once you have the password, this tool strips it so you can open the PDF in any viewer without being prompted each time.
Common Use Cases
- Removing the open-password from PDFs you access frequently so you are not prompted every time.
- Unlocking PDFs that were password-protected by an old version of Adobe Acrobat.
- Merging a previously encrypted PDF with other files after removing its password.
FAQ
- Do I need to know the password? Yes — you must provide the correct password. This tool does not bypass or crack encryption.
- Is my file uploaded anywhere? No — everything runs in your browser. The file and password never leave your device.
- Will this remove owner-password restrictions too? Yes — saving the document after loading with the user password produces a fully unrestricted PDF.