Unlock PDF
Remove passwords from PDFs you are allowed to open. Keep a cleaner copy for internal use or editing.
Drop a PDF file here or click to select
Maximum file size: 100MB
Upload your PDF file
Drag and drop or click to select your password-protected PDF
Enter the password
Provide the password to unlock and remove protection
Download your unlocked PDF
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Security:
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Key Features
Discover the powerful features that make our PDF unlock tool the best choice
No Upload Required
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Unlock protected PDFs in seconds with our high-speed engine.
SSL Encryption
Your data is protected with military-grade encryption.
Cross-Platform
Works on Windows, Mac, Linux, iOS, and Android without installation.
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Unlock as many PDF files as you need without restrictions.
100% Free
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No Damage
Unlock PDF without altering original content or format.
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Known Password
Unlock PDF when you know the current password of the file.
Known password
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Multiple Files
Unlock multiple PDF files simultaneously.
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Verify the password is correct before unlocking.
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Guides & Resources
Learn how to use this tool effectively with our comprehensive guides and tutorials.
How to Unlock a Password-Protected PDF
Learn how to remove a known password from a PDF you are allowed to open and when the unlock flow is the right choice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about this tool
How to unlock PDF files without uploading to servers?
Simply drag and drop your password-protected PDF into our secure browser-based tool. Unlike iLovePDF and Smallpdf that upload to cloud servers, we process everything locally in your browser - your files never leave your device.
Is this a secure PDF unlocker for confidential documents?
Absolutely! Our browser-based unlocker is perfect for confidential documents you have legitimate access to. Since files never upload to servers, your sensitive data stays completely private with 256-bit encryption.
Can I unlock PDF files without signup or registration?
Yes! Our tool requires no signup, registration, or account creation. You can start unlocking PDFs immediately without providing any personal information. This is unlike many competitors that force registration for larger files.
How does browser-based PDF unlocking work?
Our tool processes everything locally in your browser using JavaScript. No files ever touch our servers. This means complete privacy, instant processing, and no dependency on internet connection after the page loads.
Is this a private PDF unlocker that protects my data?
Yes! We are a truly private PDF unlocker where files never leave your device. Unlike competitors that upload to cloud servers, we ensure complete data privacy with zero data collection or retention.
Do I need the password to unlock a PDF?
Yes. You must know the current password to remove password protection from a PDF. This tool only works for PDFs you have legitimate access to. All processing happens locally for security.