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Unlock PDF

Decrypts a protected PDF and writes it back out without encryption, so it opens without prompting.

Worth knowing: You must supply the correct password — this decrypts a document you already have access to, it does not break encryption.

or drop it here

.pdf · up to 100 MB each

How to use Unlock PDF

  1. 1

    Select a protected PDF

    Choose the locked document.

  2. 2

    Enter its password

    You need the password that opens the file.

  3. 3

    Unlock and download

    Press Unlock PDF to get a copy that opens without a prompt.

What people use it for

  • Removing a password you no longer need
  • Making an archived file easier to open
  • Preparing a file for merging

Frequently asked questions

Can you unlock a PDF without the password?

No. You must know the password. A wrong password is rejected.

Is the unlocked copy still encrypted?

No. It opens without prompting, so store it accordingly.

Are my files kept?

No. Uploads are removed as soon as the job finishes, and the finished file expires about an hour later. Nothing is sent to a third-party service.

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