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Unlock PDF — Remove Password
Remove the password from a PDF you own and have the password for. Download an unlocked copy instantly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to know the current password to unlock a PDF?
Yes. You must know the current password to unlock the PDF — this tool cannot crack or bypass an unknown password. Enter the existing user password and the tool re-saves the PDF without encryption. If you have forgotten the password, there is no way to recover it through this tool.
Is it legal to unlock a PDF?
It is legal to unlock a PDF that you own or have legitimate access rights to. Circumventing password protection on a PDF you do not own or have no permission to access may be illegal under computer fraud and copyright laws in your jurisdiction. Only unlock PDFs you have the right to access.
Why would I want to unlock a PDF?
Common legitimate reasons: the original author sent you a password-protected PDF and you want to save an unlocked copy for archiving, you created a protected PDF and want to remove the password, or a scanner automatically locked a scanned PDF with a default password.