Unlock PDF
Remove the password and restrictions from a PDF you have the password for, so you don’t have to type it every time. Decryption runs locally in your browser.
Your files never leave your device.
Good to know: You need the PDF’s password. This tool does not crack or guess passwords. Only unlock documents you own or are authorised to modify.
How to use the Unlock PDF
- 1Choose the password-protected PDF.
- 2Enter its password.
- 3Click “Unlock PDF” and download the copy without a password.
What is the Unlock PDF?
Bank statements, payslips and tax documents are often password-protected. Once you have the password, an unlocked copy is easier to archive, merge or print.
PDFs with only printing/copying restrictions (an owner password) can usually be unlocked without entering anything.
Frequently asked questions
I forgot the password — can you unlock it?
No. The tool only removes a password you provide. Contact whoever sent the document for the password.
Is the Unlock PDF free and private?
Yes. The Unlock PDF is free, needs no account, and processes your files entirely in your browser. Files are never uploaded to a server or stored.