Stop typing the password every time
Bank statements, invoices and certificates often arrive password-protected. If you're going to archive them or merge them with other documents, it's more convenient to keep an unprotected copy.
The tool decrypts the document in your browser. It only works if you know the password: it doesn't crack forgotten passwords or other people's files.
How to remove a PDF password, step by step
- 1
Select the protected PDF.
- 2
Enter the current password (leave it empty if the PDF only has print or copy restrictions) and confirm that you're entitled to remove the protection.
- 3
Download the unlocked copy.
Frequently asked questions
Can you remove a password without knowing it?
No. This tool needs the correct password; it doesn't try to guess or break passwords.
Is my original file changed?
No. A new unprotected copy is downloaded; the original stays the same.
Does it also remove print restrictions?
Yes. The decrypted copy has no password and no restrictions.