Remove a PDF password

Take the password off a PDF you're allowed to open, so you don't have to type it every time. It all happens in your browser — nothing is uploaded.

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Drop a protected PDF to unlock

or click to browse

How to remove a pdf password

  1. 1

    Open the protected PDF

    Drop your password-protected PDF above, or click to browse.

  2. 2

    Enter its password

    Type the password you currently use to open the file.

  3. 3

    Unlock & download

    Click Unlock PDF and download the password-free copy.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need the current password?

Yes — this removes a password from a PDF you can already open. It is not a way to bypass unknown passwords.

Is my file uploaded?

No. Unlocking runs entirely in your browser; your file and password stay on your device.

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