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Unlock PDF

Remove password protection by opening the PDF in your browser and rebuilding a clean unlocked copy.

Drop a protected PDF here

or click to browse

Enter the open password if the PDF asks for one

Maximum recommended file size: 100MB

Unlock rebuilds a clean PDF from the readable pages in your browser. If the file requires a password to open, enter it first. The unlocked copy preserves page appearance, but interactive features are flattened.

Remove PDF Passwords Online

Unlock protected PDF files quickly and securely. Whether your document has printing, copying, or editing restrictions, our online tool rebuilds a clean, unrestricted version directly in your browser. Maintain your privacy with a tool that never uploads your files to a remote server.

How to Unlock a PDF

  1. Upload File: Drag and drop your password-protected PDF into the designated area.
  2. Provide Password (If Required): If the PDF requires a password to open, enter it in the password field.
  3. Unlock and Download: Click "Unlock PDF" to rebuild and automatically download your unprotected document.

FAQ

Simply upload your protected PDF. If it has an open password, provide it, and our tool will rebuild a clean, unlocked copy of the document that you can open and edit freely.
No. The unlocking and rebuilding process happens entirely in your web browser. Your private documents are never uploaded to any external server.