Unlock PDF
Remove the password and encryption from a PDF you can open, so it opens freely. Enter the current password — free and in-browser.
Drop a file here or click to browse
PDF · processed locally, never uploaded
100% in-browser — your files are never uploaded to a server.
Unlock PDF removes the password and encryption from a PDF you can already open, so it opens freely afterwards. Enter the current password and download a copy with the protection removed — handy when you no longer need the password every time you open a file you own.
How to use Unlock PDF
- 1Upload the password-protected PDF.
- 2Enter its current password.
- 3Click “Unlock PDF”.
- 4Download the unlocked PDF.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need the current password?
Yes. You must know the password to unlock the file — this tool removes protection from PDFs you're authorised to open, it does not crack passwords.
Is it legal to remove a PDF password?
Only remove protection from documents you own or have permission to modify. Don't unlock files you aren't authorised to change.
What if the password is wrong?
The tool will tell you and no file is produced. Double-check the password and try again.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Every PDF tool here runs entirely in your browser using your device's own processing power. Your files never leave your computer, which makes it private and fast.
Is this tool really free?
Yes — it is completely free with no sign-up, watermarks or daily limits. You can process as many files as you like.
This tool processes your files locally in your browser and does not upload them anywhere. Always keep a copy of your original file.
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