Unlock PDF
Remove a PDF password you know (or owner restrictions).
Drag & drop files here, or click to choose
.pdf · up to 3 files
Files are sent over encrypted HTTPS, processed on our servers, and permanently deleted within 2 hours.
About this tool
Unlock PDF removes the password or restrictions from a PDF you own so you can open, print, copy, or edit it freely. It's for documents where you know the password but are tired of typing it, or where an owner password blocks printing and copying even though you can read the file.
You must have the right to access the document — this isn't for bypassing protection on files that aren't yours. The unlocked PDF downloads instantly, free, with no watermark and no sign-up.
How it works
- Choose your .pdf file(s)
- Pick your options
- Download the result
Frequently asked questions
How do I remove a password from a PDF?
Upload the PDF, enter the password if it asks for one, and download a copy with the password and restrictions removed.
Can I unlock a PDF I don't know the password to?
No. You need the right to access the file; unlock is for removing protection from documents you're authorized to open.
It won't let me print or copy — can this help?
Yes. If an owner/permissions password blocks printing or copying, unlocking removes those restrictions so you can use the file normally.
Is unlocking my PDF safe?
Your file is sent over encrypted HTTPS, processed on our server, and permanently deleted within 2 hours.
Is it free?
Yes — no sign-up, no watermark, no limits.