PDF Modifier

Unlock PDF

Remove a known password and lift print/copy restrictions.

  • Free
  • No uploads
  • No install

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Files are processed in this browser and never uploaded.

How to use Unlock PDF

  1. Select the protected PDF file.
  2. If the file has an open password, enter it. (Files with only permission restrictions need no password.)
  3. Click “Unlock PDF” and download the unlocked file.

Frequently asked questions

Can I unlock a PDF without the password?

No. Files with an open password can only be unlocked with the correct password. Files that only restrict printing or copying are unlocked without one.

Does unlocking change the content?

No. Only the encryption is removed; pages, text and images stay the same.

Can I use it on other people’s documents?

Only use it on documents you own or have permission to modify.

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