Unlock PDF
Remove encryption using the password you already know.
Your saved tools stay in this browser.
Unlock PDF — workspace
Loading your tool…
How to use: Unlock PDF
Choose local files or try the sample PDF. Your documents stay on your device.
Choose the protected PDF and enter its known password to create an unencrypted copy.
Create the result, check its preview, then download individual files or the ZIP archive.
What you can do
- Remove encryption using the password you already know.
What you get
- A new PDF download; your original file remains unchanged.
What you need
- Local files
- One PDF document.
- Settings
- Choose the protected PDF and enter its known password to create an unencrypted copy.
Try an example
- Example workflow
Unlock a sample you previously created with Protect PDF, using the same password.
Good to know
- Up to 50 MB per file, 100 MB per job and 200 total pages. Multi-file tools accept at most 30 files.
- Requires the correct password. It does not recover, guess or bypass an unknown opening password.
- Keep the original document. Editing an existing digitally signed PDF can invalidate its certificate signature.
Your work stays on your device
Your files and entered values are processed in your browser and are not uploaded for processing. The website and any required processing engines still download from the site.
Questions & answers
Is Unlock PDF free?
Yes. Unlock PDF is free to use and does not require an account.
Are my files or entered values uploaded?
Your files and entered values are processed in your browser and are not uploaded for processing. The website and any required processing engines still download from the site.
What result can I save?
A new PDF download; your original file remains unchanged.
What should I check before using the result?
Up to 50 MB per file, 100 MB per job and 200 total pages. Multi-file tools accept at most 30 files. Requires the correct password. It does not recover, guess or bypass an unknown opening password. Keep the original document. Editing an existing digitally signed PDF can invalidate its certificate signature.