Unlock a PDF
Remove print, copy and edit restrictions, or remove the open password when you know it. You get a fresh copy. Your original isn't changed.
Your file stays on your device
The unlocking runs inside this browser tab, using qpdf, an open-source PDF tool, built for the web. Your file and any password you type are never sent to us or anyone else.
You can check this yourself: open your browser's developer tools, go to the Network tab and unlock a file. You'll see no upload. The file and password are cleared when you download the result, start again or close the tab.
Drop a PDF here
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PDF files up to 50 MB
What PDF Unlock does
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Nothing is uploaded
Your PDF is unlocked right here in your browser and never leaves your device.
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Removes print, copy and edit blocks
Drop the file and we'll tell you what it restricts.
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Removes the open password, if you know it
Type it once to get a copy that opens without it. We never guess or crack passwords.
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Your original stays as it is
You get a fresh copy with every page, free and with no sign-up.
Reading the file…
This PDF is digitally signed
The unlocked copy will no longer verify as signed. Keep the original for official use.
Please tick the box to confirm you may unlock this file.
Unlocking…
Only unlock PDFs you own or have permission to open. Your file is processed on your device and is not uploaded. You are responsible for how you use the unlocked copy.
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