Is it legal to unlock a PDF?

Only unlock PDFs you own or have permission to modify. Removing restrictions from others' copyrighted materials may violate copyright laws.

Will unlocking change the PDF content?

No. Unlocking only removes restrictions—your document content, formatting, and quality remain exactly the same.

Can I unlock a PDF without the password?

Permission-only restrictions (no-print, no-copy, no-edit) can be removed without a password. Open passwords (needed to view) must be entered.

Is my PDF secure during unlocking?

Yes. All processing happens in your browser—your files and passwords never leave your device.

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Remove password protection from your PDF files. Unlock documents to enable printing, copying, and editing—all processed securely in your browser.

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How to Unlock a PDF

Three simple steps. No account needed.

Upload your PDF

Click the button above or drag and drop the password-protected PDF.

Enter password if required

If the PDF requires a password to open, enter it. Permission-only passwords are removed automatically.

Download unlocked PDF

Download your PDF with restrictions removed—you can now print, copy, and edit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this tool.

We can remove permission passwords (restrictions on printing, copying, editing). For open passwords (required to view the document), you'll need to enter the password first.

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