Unlock PDF online — free
Unlock a PDF online for free by removing its password. If you know the current password, this creates a copy that opens without one — processed in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
Processed in your browser — never uploaded
How to unlock pdf
- 1Choose your password-protected PDF.
- 2Enter its current password.
- 3Click Unlock and download a PDF with no password.
Frequently asked questions
How do I remove a password from a PDF?+
Upload the protected PDF, enter its current password, then click Unlock. You'll get a copy with the password removed.
Can I unlock a PDF without the password?+
No. You need to know the current password. This tool removes protection from PDFs you're allowed to open, not ones you don't have access to.
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