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Unlock PDF

Remove a known password from a PDF you can edit.

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Choose a PDF file (.pdf)
    Status

    Note: This tool cannot bypass or crack passwords. You must provide the correct password for the file.

    Help & FAQ — Unlock PDF

    How to use

    1. Add the password-protected PDF.
    2. Enter the correct password.
    3. Click Unlock and download the unlocked copy.

    Use cases

    • Open a password-protected PDF with permission.
    • Remove a known password before editing.

    Tips & FAQs

    Can I unlock any PDF?
    No. Only use this on PDFs you own or have permission to modify, and only if you know the password. This does not bypass DRM.
    Do my files upload?
    No. Everything happens in your browser.

    Formats & limits

    • Input: password-protected PDF
    • Output: unlocked PDF if the password is correct
    • DRM-protected PDFs are not supported

    Privacy

    Processing happens in your browser. Download saves output locally; when available, Share sends it through your chosen app.

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    Updated

    12 October 2025