To remove a password from a PDF, upload the encrypted file, enter the password it was protected with, and download an unrestricted copy. This decrypts documents you can already open — it is not a password cracker, and the correct password is required for it to work.
Last updated 2026-07-30
Strip password protection from PDFs you have the rights to. Supply the current password and download a copy that opens freely.
How to use Remove a Password from a PDF
Upload the protected PDF — Drop in the encrypted document.
Enter the password — Type the password the file was encrypted with.
Download the unlocked copy — Save a version that no longer prompts for a password.
Frequently asked questions
Can this crack a PDF whose password I do not know?
No. This removes protection from documents you can already open — you must supply the correct password. It is not a password-cracking tool.
Is it legal to remove a PDF password?
It is legal for documents you own or are authorised to access, such as your own bank statements. Removing protection from someone else's copyrighted or confidential material is not.
Are my files uploaded to a server?
No. Every conversion runs inside your own browser using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your files never leave your device, which means there is nothing for us to store, read, or leak.
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