Unlock PDF

Remove password protection from a PDF in your browser.

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How to unlock a PDF

Remove password protection from a PDF using its existing password.

  1. Choose a protected PDF

    Open the Unlock PDF tool and select the password-protected PDF.

  2. Enter the password

    Enter the PDF password when prompted.

  3. Unlock the PDF

    Select Unlock PDF to create an unprotected copy.

Do I need the PDF password to unlock it?

Yes. You must enter the correct existing password; this tool does not crack passwords.

Which PDFs can I unlock?

The PDF must be password-protected, not unencrypted, and no larger than 50MB.

Where is my PDF processed?

The PDF is processed in your browser rather than uploaded to a server.