Unlock PDF Online For Free
Remove password protection from your PDF files.
Enter the password, get an unlocked copy.
You must know the password to unlock the PDF. This tool does not bypass or crack passwords.
*All processing happens in your browser. Your PDF and password are never sent to any server.
How to Unlock a PDF
- Upload the password-protected PDF.
- Enter the password used to protect the file.
- Click "Unlock & Download".
- Download the unlocked PDF — it can now be opened without a password.
Why Use Our PDF Unlock Tool?
Remove password protection from your own PDFs safely
All decryption happens in your browser. Your PDF and password are never sent to any server.
Designed for people who know their password but want to remove it for convenience.
Decryption is fast — your unlocked PDF is ready in seconds.
Removing the password doesn't alter any content. Your PDF stays exactly the same.
Supports password-protected PDFs from any source — Adobe, Preview, Chrome, or other tools.
Start unlocking PDFs immediately. No account or registration needed.
When Should You Unlock a PDF?
Sometimes you need to remove a password from a PDF that you previously protected. Perhaps you need to share it with a team that doesn't need the extra security, or you want to merge it with other documents using a tool that doesn't support encrypted files.
Common scenarios include removing old passwords from archived documents, preparing PDFs for tools that don't support encryption (like merge or split), simplifying access for internal team use, and making documents easier to print or annotate.
This tool requires the correct password — it does not bypass or crack PDF encryption.
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Unlock PDF FAQs
Common questions about removing PDF password protection
Is this tool free?
Yes, our PDF unlock tool is completely free with no limitations. Unlock as many PDFs as you need without signing up.
Does this tool crack or bypass passwords?
No. This tool requires you to know the correct password. It simply loads the encrypted PDF with the password you provide and saves an unprotected copy. It is designed for legitimate use with your own documents.
Is my PDF and password secure?
Absolutely. Everything is processed in your browser using JavaScript. Your PDF and password are never sent to any server.
What if I enter the wrong password?
You'll see an error message indicating the password is incorrect. The tool will not produce an output file. Try again with the correct password.
Can I unlock a PDF protected by someone else?
Only if you know the password. This tool is designed for situations where you have the password but want to remove it for convenience — not for bypassing security on documents you don't own.
Will unlocking change my PDF content?
No. Removing the password only removes the encryption layer. All text, images, fonts, and formatting remain exactly as they are.
Is there a file size limit?
Our tool supports PDF files up to 50MB. All processing happens in your browser.
What if my PDF has both a user and owner password?
Enter either the user password or the owner password. Both will work to decrypt the file. The resulting PDF will have no password protection.
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