unlock PDF
Remove PDF password protection — free, private, runs in your browser. No upload, no watermark, no sign-up.
Drop your password-protected PDF here
or click to browse · multiple files supported
This tool removes password protection from PDFs you own or have authorisation to unlock. You must provide the correct password — this tool does not crack or brute-force passwords.
🔒 Your files and passwords never leave your device — all processing runs locally in your browser.
PDF password types
| User password | Open lock — required just to open and view the PDF |
| Owner password | Restrictions — blocks printing, copying text, and editing |
| After unlock | Unrestricted — open freely, print, copy and edit as normal |
How it works
You enter the correct password for each file. pdf-lib decrypts the document locally using your password and saves a new copy with all restrictions removed. Your password is used only in your browser and is never sent anywhere.
When would I need this?
Common situations: a PDF sent by your bank or government that you need to print or fill in, a scanned document that was saved with an accidental restriction, or a work document you protected yourself and now want to share freely.
FAQ
Can it crack a password I don't know?
No — this tool is not a password cracker. You must enter the correct password. It removes the enforcement layer so you don't need to type it again.
Are my files or passwords sent to a server?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser using pdf-lib. Nothing is transmitted.
What if the unlock fails?
The most common cause is a wrong password. Check for capital letters, spaces, or special characters and try again.
Will the unlocked PDF have a watermark?
Never. The output is a clean copy with no watermark added.
Is this legal?
Yes — if you own the document or have permission to remove the restriction. Never use this tool on PDFs you do not own or have authorisation for.
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