Remove Passwords and Restrictions from a PDF
PDF files can be protected in two ways: with an open password that is required to view the document, and with permission restrictions that block printing, copying text or editing. This tool removes both. Restrictions are removed without a password; for files that need a password to open, enter the password you know and the tool saves a copy that opens without it.
The processing happens on our server: your file is uploaded, decrypted and streamed back to you for download. Neither the file nor the password is stored afterward.
Why Use This PDF Unlocker?
- Removes printing, copying and editing restrictions in one click
- Removes the open password when you know it, so you don't have to type it every time
- The content, layout and quality of the document stay exactly the same
- No installation, sign-up or watermarking of your document
How to Unlock a PDF
- Drag and drop your PDF file, or click to select one
- If the file asks for a password to open, enter it, then click the "Unlock PDF" button
- Your unlocked PDF downloads automatically once processing finishes
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this PDF unlocker free?
Yes, unlocking your PDF files is completely free.
Can I unlock a PDF if I don't know the password?
Printing, copying and editing restrictions can be removed without a password. If the file needs a password just to open it, you have to enter that password — the tool does not guess or crack passwords.
Are my file and password kept private?
Your PDF and password are sent to our server only for the duration of the unlocking, processed in memory, and discarded immediately afterward — they are not stored.
Is there a file size limit?
Yes, uploaded PDF files must be 1 GB or smaller.