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Remove password protection from PDFs you own to make them easy to edit or share.

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How to use Unlock PDF

  1. Step 1

    Click "Choose file" or drag and drop your password-protected PDF onto the upload area.

  2. Step 2

    Enter the current password in the password field.

  3. Step 3

    Click "Unlock PDF" to remove the password protection.

  4. Step 4

    Download the unlocked PDF copy.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need the password?

Yes, you must know the password to unlock the PDF.

Will the PDF be stored?

No, files are deleted immediately after download.

Is Unlock PDF free to use?

Yes. The tool is available in the free tier with monthly operation limits and no account required. Premium users get higher file-size limits and unlimited operations.

Do I need an account to use this tool?

No account is required. Upload your file, process it, and download the result — all without signing up.

Is my data safe? Are files uploaded to your servers?

Most PDF operations are handled directly in-browser via WebAssembly. If server-side processing is required, files are stored in encrypted temporary storage and deleted immediately after download — within 15 minutes maximum. No files are retained.

Can I unlock any password-protected PDF?

You can only unlock PDFs where you know the password. This tool is designed for removing protection from PDFs you own, not for bypassing security on documents you do not have permission to access.