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Unlock PDF

Tired of typing the password every time? Enter the current password once and save an unlocked copy of your own PDF.

✓ Documents processed on your device✓ No account needed✓ No watermark added✓ Free for files under 200 KB

    How to unlock PDF

    1. 1Add the locked PDF

      Drop the password-protected PDF.

    2. 2Enter the password

      Type the password you normally use to open it.

    3. 3Download

      Click Unlock PDF to save a copy that opens without a password.

    Features

    Removes the open password

    The saved copy opens without asking for a password.

    No password guessing

    Only works with the correct password, to protect document owners.

    Private

    The password is used in this page only and never stored.

    Private by design

    Editing runs in your browser with open-source libraries. Files are checked for size and pricing, but the PDF processing itself happens on your device.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I remove a password from a PDF?

    Add the PDF, enter its current password and click Unlock PDF.

    Can you unlock a PDF without the password?

    No. This tool only removes passwords you already know.

    Is the unlocked copy safe to share?

    Anyone can open it, so store and share it carefully.

    What if it says the file is not protected?

    The PDF already opens without a password, so there is nothing to remove.

    Is this tool free?

    Files under 200 KB are free. Larger batches have a one-time price based on total file size, shown before you process anything.

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