Unlock PDF
Remove the password from a PDF you can already open and save an unencrypted copy — locally, never uploaded.
How to use the Unlock PDF
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Drop in the protected PDF.
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Enter the password you already use to open it.
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Click Unlock and download the unencrypted PDF.
How to unlock a password-protected PDF
If you know a PDF's password but are tired of typing it, this tool decrypts the file and saves a copy with the password removed. It detects whether a file is encrypted, asks for the password you already know, and re-saves the document without encryption — all in your browser. It is not a password cracker: it only works when you supply the correct password.
Key features
- Detects whether a PDF is encrypted
- Removes the password using the one you know
- Saves a clean, unencrypted copy
- Runs fully in your browser — nothing uploaded
Frequently asked questions
Can this crack a PDF I don't have the password for?
No. It only removes a password when you supply the correct one. It is a convenience tool for files you can already open, not a password recovery or cracking tool.
Is the file uploaded to unlock it?
No. Decryption runs in your browser, so the PDF and its password never leave your device.
What if the PDF isn't encrypted?
The tool tells you the file has no password and there's nothing to remove — you can use it as-is.